TheJason Bournefranchise getting a possible reboot treatment would mean ignoring the big story that we have all wanted for 13 years: a Matt Damon and Jeremy Renner crossover. There are currently fivemovies in theJasonBournefranchise, with the most recent film being released in 2016, which means we are long overdue for another installment. However, a recently reportedupdate confirms the rights to theJason Bournefranchise are for salevia WME, on behalf of author Robert Ludlum, and there are many bidders interested, including the franchise’s original distributor Universal, leading to speculation of a reboot.
While a potential reboot would be interesting, especially after such a long hiatus, many fans want to see the franchise continue with Matt Damon, as there is still one much-awaited crossover needed. Despite being the lead role of theJason Bournefranchise, the fourth movie,The Bourne Legacy, saw Damon replaced by Jeremy Renner. The movie surpassed box office expectations, despite mixed reviews, and a possibleThe Bourne Legacysequel featuring Jeremy Renner’s Aaron Crosswas proposed. Yet,2016’sJason Bournehad no reappearance of Renner’s character, leaving many wondering if we will ever get a future crossover.
Forget A Jason Bourne Reboot, We Want A Matt Damon & Jeremy Renner Crossover Movie
Damon And Renner Have Yet To Meet On-Screen
As a large IP, theBournefranchise would most likely see success whoever picks it up, but it does lead to speculation about whether it will be a reboot or a continuation. While a reboot may propose an exploration of theBournefranchise for a new generation,there are still plenty of fans ofJason Bourneeagerly awaiting a sixth installment. Furthermore, consideringThe Bourne Legacyremains an outlier in the franchise, as the only film not featuring Matt Damon in his titular role, a continuation would meanJeremy Renner’s Aaron Cross could return to theJason Bournefranchise.
“Bourne and Cross together, you know. That’s a good duo. That would’ve been pretty badass.” - Jeremy Renner (Happy Sad Confusedpodcast)
Interestingly, the originalmovie pitch forJason Bourne 5actuallyinvolved both Jeremy Renner and Matt Damon’s charactersgoing against each other before eventually teaming up. Commenting on the planned team-up on theHappy Sad Confusedpodcast, Renner said “Bourne and Cross together, you know. That’s a good duo. That would’ve been pretty badass.” Sadly, this never came to fruition, asAaron Cross has yet to really integrate into theJason Bourneuniverse due to his lack of contact with Bourne himself. However, if the franchise is revamped, a continuation (instead of a reboot) would make this possible.
Even Another Matt Damon Jason Bourne Sequel Would Be Better Than A Reboot
Despite Reservations, The Bourne Franchise Needs Damon
Even if Aaron Cross doesn’t make a reappearance for a much-awaited Damon and Renner crossover, anotherJason Bournesequel would still arguably be better than a reboot. According to reports,Jason Bourne 6was in developmentas of November 2023, with Edward Berger attached as director. Damon praised the new director onThe Late Show with Stephen Colbert, stating “I hope it’s great and that we can do it,” but expressed reservations about his future with theJason Bournefranchise as “I’m not getting any younger.” The actor also did not confirm nor deny his involvement withJason Bourne 6.
It’s Not Too Late For Matt Damon & Jeremy Renner’s Bourne Crossover Movie
The Jason Bourne franchise is not over yet, and with a sixth movie on the way, a team-up between Bourne and Aaron Cross is more possible than ever.
Furthermore,director Edward Berger gave an uncertain update onJason Bourne 6’sdevelopmentin 2024, claiming “It’s not really clear whether… I’m doing that film or not.” This uncertainty, along with the rights for the franchise being shopped around, means a reboot could be on the cards. However,theBournefranchise wouldn’t be the same without Damon, as proven by 2012’sThe Bourne Legacywith Renner, and it has so much potential for expansion, especially with Aaron Cross’ one-off appearance needing to be rectified. Therefore, we hopeJason Bournegets another movie sequel with Matt Damon instead of a reboot.
