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Director Adam Wingard Exits Face/Off Sequel, Uncertainty Ahead

2/23/2026

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Adam Wingard, the director and co-writer of the Face/Off sequel, has exited the project.
His departure leaves uncertainty regarding Simon Barrett (co-writer)'s involvement in the film.
Wingard is focusing on his upcoming A24 film, Onslaught.
Nicholas Cage (the returning star) described the plot as a 'face-swapping feast' involving original characters and their grown children.
Further updates on Face/Off 2 are expected.

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Story summary

Adam Wingard, the director and co-writer of the Face/Off sequel, has exited the project.
His departure leaves uncertainty regarding Simon Barrett (co-writer)'s involvement in the film.
Wingard is focusing on his upcoming A24 film, Onslaught.
Nicholas Cage (the returning star) described the plot as a 'face-swapping feast' involving original characters and their grown children.
Further updates on Face/Off 2 are expected.