The original 2004 film, directed by Stephen Sommers, was intended to launch a massive franchise for Universal Pictures. However, due to a lukewarm critical reception and underperformance at the box office relative to its massive budget, the studio cancelled the direct sequel.

Some creators mash up clips from Hugh Jackman's other movies (like Logan or The Prestige ) with monster movies to create fake "Part 2" trailers.

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While a direct sequel to the 2004 film is dead, there is good news for monster hunters. Universal is currently working on a as part of their "Dark Universe" (similar to The Invisible Man ).