Vin Diesel, the man who brought Xander Cage to life in the xXx franchise, has left fans hanging with the uncertainty surrounding the fourth installment. The series, kickstarted in 2002 with Diesel as the enigmatic Cage, hinted at xXx 4, leaving devotees eagerly anticipating updates and the return of their favorite action hero to the silver screen.

Deadline’s latest report sheds some light on the situation. xXx 4 is securely positioned on The H Collective’s list of upcoming productions. This production company isn’t sitting idle either; it’s buzzing with activity, pushing forward with several exciting projects currently in development. The report mentions, “The company’s slate has also included a fourth installment in the ‘xXx’ franchise, but there’s no update on progress on that project.” While an official announcement is yet to grace eager ears, the confirmation in the report assures fans that xXx 4 is indeed in active development.

For those eagerly anticipating the adrenaline-pumping sequel, patience is the name of the game. With no official word from the makers, fans might have to buckle up for a prolonged wait before witnessing Xander Cage’s next big-screen adventure.

Delving into the franchise’s recent history, XXX: Return of Xander Cage, also known as XXX: Reactivated in some regions, hit theaters in 2017. Directed by D.J. Caruso and penned by F. Scott Frazier, the film featured Vin Diesel reprising his role alongside a star-studded cast including Donnie Yen, Deepika Padukone, Kris Wu, Ruby Rose, Tony Jaa, Nina Dobrev, Toni Collette, Ariadna Gutiérrez, Hermione Corfield, and the iconic Samuel L. Jackson.

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This action thriller marked the third installment in the xXx film series, following XXX (2002) and XXX: State of the Union (2005). Paramount Pictures unleashed the film on January 20, 2017, in various formats, from 2D to RealD 3D and IMAX 3D. Critical reception, however, was a mixed bag, with reviewers offering diverse perspectives on the movie’s merits. Despite the critical discourse, the film managed to rake in over $346 million worldwide, standing tall as the highest-grossing film not just in the franchise but also in the entire Revolution Studios repertoire.

The financial success of XXX: Return of Xander Cage painted a promising picture for the franchise’s future. Fans, having witnessed the charismatic Vin Diesel once again don the role of Xander Cage, were left eagerly anticipating the next chapter in the series. The subsequent tease of xXx 4 fueled the excitement, assuring aficionados that the thrill ride would continue.

As we await further updates on xXx 4, one thing is clear – the franchise remains firmly on The H Collective’s agenda, signaling a commitment to delivering more heart-pounding action and Diesel-fueled charisma. Until then, fans can only hold on to the anticipation, eagerly counting down the days until Xander Cage graces the big screen once again.