Watch: 'Young Washington' sequel '1776' now in the works

July 5 (UPI) --Young Washington writer-director Jon Erwin has announced that a sequel to his historical epic -- titled 1776 -- is now in the works.

The initial film cast William Franklyn-Miller as George Washington and chronicled the early years of the military hero who would become the first American president. Kelsey Grammer, Ben Kingsley and Mary-Louise Parker co-starred.

The film opened at No. 3 at the North American box office, earning $21 million over the July 4 holiday weekend.

Erwin said he is writing the follow up now. No release date has been announced yet.

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This story was originally published July 5, 2026 at 7:15 PM.