In a recent interview on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, actor Matt Damon discussed his admiration for director Edward Berger, who is rumored to be helming the next installment of the Jason Bourne franchise. While Damon remained tight-lipped about his own potential return, his praise for Berger's work suggests that he may be interested in collaborating with the director.
Damon commended Berger's latest film, All Quiet on the Western Front, which received critical acclaim and even won an Academy Award. Calling it 'fantastic,' Damon expressed his enthusiasm for working with Berger in the future. He mentioned that Berger has an idea for the next Bourne movie and said, 'I hope it's great and that we can do it.'
However, Damon also hinted that, at some point, someone else may need to take over the role of Jason Bourne. He mentioned that he isn't getting any younger, suggesting that he may be considering passing the torch to a new actor in the future.
Since 2002's The Bourne Identity, Damon has portrayed the skilled assassin Jason Bourne, captivating audiences with his portrayal of an amnesiac spy relentlessly hunted by a secretive organization. The Bourne Identity, along with its sequels The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum, received acclaim from critics and left a lasting impact on the action genre.
The most recent movie in the franchise, 2016's Jason Bourne, did not receive the same level of praise as its predecessors. Nevertheless, with the potential involvement of Edward Berger, a fresh installment could inject new life into the series.
While the fifth Jason Bourne movie is still in early development, insiders have stated that Damon would be approached to reprise the iconic role once a script is finalized. The actor's return to the franchise is contingent upon a well-crafted story and script that meets his high standards.
Although Damon's return is not confirmed, it seems likely that he would consider coming back for another thrilling Bourne adventure if all the elements align. His hesitation to commit indicates that he is cautious about ensuring the quality of the project.
In recent years, Damon has taken on notable roles in critically acclaimed biopics. He starred in Air, playing Sonny Vaccaro, the man behind Air Jordan and the business deal with basketball legend Michael Jordan. Additionally, he portrayed General Leslie Groves, known as 'the father of the atomic bomb,' in Oppenheimer alongside Cillian Murphy.
Damon is also set to collaborate with his long-time friend Ben Affleck in The Instigators, directed by Doug Liman, who helmed the first Bourne film. The movie follows two thieves and their therapist on the run after a failed heist, promising an intriguing and potentially thrilling storyline.
As fans eagerly await news on the next Jason Bourne movie, Damon's praise for Edward Berger and his marked interest in working with him suggest that an exciting continuation of the franchise may be on the horizon.
