The Old Guard 2: Everything You Need to Know

Release Date & Platform

The Old Guard 2 launches worldwide on Netflix on July 2, 2025, streaming from 12 a.m. PT (3 a.m. ET).

Plot Overview

Set six months after the first film, Andy (Charlize Theron) has lost her immortality. Her team—Nile, Joe, Nicky, and Copley—faces threats from Quynh (Veronica Van), driven by centuries of betrayal, and the mysterious new foe, Discord.

They’re joined by Tuah (Henry Golding), who may unlock secrets of their mortality.

Cast & Crew

• Returning: Charlize Theron (Andy), KiKi Layne (Nile), Marwan Kenzari (Joe), Luca Marinelli (Nicky), Matthias Schoenaerts (Booker), Chiwetel Ejiofor (Copley), Veronica Van (Quynh).
• New additions: Uma Thurman as Discord and Henry Golding as Tuah.

Directed by Victoria Mahoney (first sequel, replacing Gina Prince‑Bythewood), screenplay by Greg Rucka, based on his graphic novel.

Production & Delays

Filming took place June–Sept 2022 across Italy and the UK, with minor fire damage to Cinecittà sets.

Post-production encountered delays due to Netflix upheaval and SAG-AFTRA strikes, including reshoots in October 2024.

Why It Matters

Andy’s mortality—no longer immortal—raises personal stakes.

Quynh’s emotional return adds tension and thematic depth.

The sequel teases larger action sequences and expanded mythology thanks to new characters and global settings.

Behind-the-Scenes Fun

A memorable on-set gag—Joe’s floppy prosthetic thumb—was left in the final cut, showcasing the cast’s fun chemistry and authentic reactions.

Future of the Franchise

Producer Marc Evans has confirmed that The Old Guard 2’s ending paves the way for a third film.

Why Fans Should Watch

1. New emotional layers: Andy’s vulnerability, Quynh’s conflict, and the team’s evolving dynamics.
2. Genre evolution: Bigger action, more immersive world-building, and dramatic stakes.
3. Star power: Charlize Theron and Uma Thurman headlining a character-driven action epic.