David Ayer returning to Netflix for 'Bright 2'

Filmmaker David Ayer is returning to Netflix to write and direct the sequel to his unexpected sci-fi hit 'Bright'.

The fantasy buddy cop action-comedy, starring Will Smith as a Los Angeles Police Department officer forced to partner with a mystical orc, played by Joel Edgerton, was widely panned by critics just before its public release, but fans were undeterred, with more than 11 million Netflix users streaming the film in its first three days.

The public response was great news for streaming service bosses, as they had already ordered a 'Bright' follow-up, and now they have confirmed David's involvement in the sequel.

Leading men Will and Joel are also expected to reprise their characters.

With a second movie in development, Bright is now set to become the first blockbuster film franchise from a streaming service.

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