Mel Gibson warned screenwriter Randall Wallace that 'Satan's going to come after you' before they began working on 'The Resurrection of the Christ,' the sequel to the 2004 film 'The Passion of the Christ.' Wallace revealed the warning in a recent interview, as reported by multiple outlets including The Hollywood Reporter and Deadline.
Gibson, who directed the original film and is co-writing the sequel with Wallace, reportedly made the comment during their initial discussions about the project. The warning reflects Gibson's belief that the film's subject matter could attract spiritual opposition, a theme he has discussed in previous interviews about 'The Passion of the Christ.'
'The Resurrection of the Christ' is in development, with Gibson expected to direct. The sequel will focus on the events following the crucifixion, including the resurrection. No release date has been announced as of July 2026.
Wallace, known for writing 'Braveheart' and 'We Were Soldiers,' has described the project as a 'massive' undertaking. The film is being produced by Gibson's Icon Productions.
