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In retrospect, even Fincher expressed relief that the sequel was never made, suggesting it might have been overshadowed by the success of narrative-driven adaptations like The Last of Us, which benefitted from a longer format to delve deeply into character and plot developments.

A Look Back: What Could Have Been

The abandoned sequel and potential third installment of World War Z illustrate the complexities of film production and adaptation. The original vision—to explore how global societies tackle a disaster—is markedly different from what eventually unfolded on screen.