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The Cancellation of Sequels

David Fincher, a frequent collaborator of Pitt, was slated to direct the sequel. However, several roadblocks led to the project's eventual cancellation. Chief among these were scheduling conflicts—both Fincher and Pitt were preoccupied with other commitments, delaying production.

Furthermore, the film’s considerable budget became a significant concern. Despite the original film’s financial success, subsequent installments would need to guarantee higher returns, which proved challenging given the film’s mixed international reception, particularly in China where zombie films face a ban.