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The Grim Reality: 5 Major Reasons Why We’re The Millers 2 Is Unlikely (Despite The 2025 Rumors)

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The long-awaited sequel to the 2013 road-trip comedy, *We're the Millers*, remains one of the most talked-about "what ifs" in Hollywood, and as of December 2025, the official status is a mix of stalled development and pessimistic cast updates. Despite the original film's massive box office success—grossing over $270 million worldwide against a $37 million budget—and a confirmed sequel being put into development over a decade ago, the chances of seeing the fake Miller family reunite for another outrageous scheme are now slimmer than ever. The most recent comments from the core stars, Jennifer Aniston and Will Poulter, paint a rather grim picture of the film's future. The initial excitement for *We're the Millers 2*, also known by the working title *We're Still The Millers*, was palpable, but a combination of scheduling conflicts, a decade-long gap, and the cast moving on to other major projects has seemingly killed the momentum. New Line Cinema may have hired a writer, but the stars themselves appear to have closed the book on the Millers' misadventures.

The Miller Family: A Look Back at the Core Cast

The success of the original film was largely due to the incredible chemistry between its four main stars, who formed the fake Miller family. Here is a brief look at the main cast members and their roles:
  • Jennifer Aniston (Sarah "Rose" Miller): The veteran stripper hired to play the wife and mother. Aniston, a global superstar, has since focused on critically acclaimed projects like *The Morning Show* and the successful *Murder Mystery* film series with Adam Sandler. She has been the most vocal about the sequel's unlikelihood.
  • Jason Sudeikis (David Clark "Miller"): The small-time drug dealer who organizes the fake family. Sudeikis has gone on to massive success as the creator and star of the Emmy-winning series *Ted Lasso*. His schedule is now one of the busiest in the industry.
  • Emma Roberts (Casey Mathis "Miller"): The runaway teen hired to play the daughter. Roberts has maintained a prolific career in film and television, starring in projects like *American Horror Story* and the 2024 superhero film *Madame Web*.
  • Will Poulter (Kenny Rossmore "Miller"): The hapless, naive neighbor hired to play the son. Poulter's career has skyrocketed since, taking on major roles in *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3* as Adam Warlock and the critically acclaimed series *The Bear*. His recent comments about the sequel are the most definitive.
  • Rawson Marshall Thurber: The director of the original film. He has since directed major blockbusters like *Central Intelligence* and Netflix's *Red Notice*.

The Status of We’re The Millers 2: Development Hell Since 2014

The sequel's journey has been a classic example of "development hell" in Hollywood. Soon after the original film's surprising financial success in 2013, New Line Cinema officially confirmed that a sequel was on the way. A writer, Adam Sztykiel, was hired to pen the script, and the project was officially listed with a "Development" status. The initial plan was for a sequel that would pick up where the original left off, with the Millers now living together as a real family, having used the drug money to buy a house and start a new life, complete with their own backyard marijuana grow-op. However, the promising start quickly fizzled. The script never seemed to gain traction, and as the years passed, the window of opportunity began to close. The major issue, as with many highly anticipated comedy sequels, is the difficulty of getting the entire A-list cast back together. Stars like Jennifer Aniston, Jason Sudeikis, and Will Poulter have seen their careers reach new heights, making their availability and salary demands a significant hurdle for any studio. The longer a sequel takes, the harder it is to justify the cost and logistical nightmare of reuniting the ensemble.

5 Recent Updates That Suggest The Sequel Is Dead

While fan trailers and clickbait articles occasionally surface claiming a *We're the Millers 2* release date for 2025, these are purely speculative or fan-made parodies. The reality, according to the people who would actually star in the movie, is far less hopeful. Here are the five biggest reasons why the sequel is unlikely to ever happen:

1. Will Poulter’s "Grim" 2025 Update

The most definitive and recent news comes from Will Poulter, who played the fan-favorite character Kenny. In a 2025 interview, Poulter gave a "grim" update on the sequel's prospects. He explicitly told PEOPLE magazine at a red carpet event that he does not expect to return for a sequel to the 2013 comedy. He even joked that if it were to happen, it should be called "*We're Still The Millers*," a nod to the decade-plus time jump and the original concept of the Millers living their new, fake-turned-real life.

2. Jennifer Aniston Feels "Too Old" for the Role

Jennifer Aniston, who was the heart of the film as the fake matriarch Rose, has also expressed significant doubt. While promoting her film *Murder Mystery 2*, she confirmed that "there was talk" about making a sequel to the road-trip comedy. However, she has since stated that the sequel is "unlikely" and even gave a humorous reason for her reluctance: "I'm too old now," she quipped, highlighting the significant passage of time since the first film. This statement suggests that the original magic and premise might be difficult to recapture twelve years later.

3. The Cast's Skyrocketing Careers and Scheduling Conflicts

The careers of the four main actors have exploded since 2013. Jason Sudeikis is an Emmy-winning powerhouse with *Ted Lasso*, and Will Poulter is now a major part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) as Adam Warlock. Coordinating the schedules of four extremely high-demand actors is a logistical nightmare that studios often avoid. Unless a truly phenomenal script emerges that excites all four stars, it is simply easier for them to move on to other, less complicated projects.

4. The Long Delay Has Killed Momentum

In the world of comedy, timing is everything. A sequel often needs to capitalize on the original's success within a few years. While the script was being developed shortly after 2013, the fact that a decade has passed without a greenlight means the original momentum is completely lost. The Millers' story, which was a product of the early 2010s R-rated comedy boom, would need a significant rewrite to feel fresh and relevant in the current cinematic landscape.

5. No Confirmed Director or Greenlight

Despite the initial development status, there has been no official announcement regarding a director or a firm production start date. The original director, Rawson Marshall Thurber, has been busy directing major studio tentpoles, and without a director or a completed, approved script, the project is essentially in limbo. New Line Cinema has not provided any recent updates to counter the grim news from the cast, suggesting the sequel is currently a dead end.

What Could We’re The Millers 2 Have Been About?

The original concept for the sequel, which was in development, would have explored the Millers' life after the events of the first film. The ending of *We're the Millers* showed David, Rose, Casey, and Kenny living together as a real family, having used the drug money to buy a house in the suburbs and starting their own marijuana grow-op in the backyard. The sequel was reportedly titled *We're Still The Millers* (as Poulter joked) and would have likely centered around the new family dynamic. Potential plot points could have included:
  • The New Neighbors: The Millers' attempts to appear normal while running an illegal operation would inevitably lead to conflict with nosy or judgmental neighbors, providing new opportunities for comedic deception.
  • A New Scheme: The family could be forced to take on another dangerous job—perhaps a different kind of smuggling or a con—to save their new suburban life or pay off a debt.
  • Kenny's Growth: Will Poulter’s character, Kenny, was the comic relief, and a sequel would certainly focus on his further misadventures in adulthood, perhaps involving his romantic life or a disastrous attempt at a legitimate job.
Ultimately, while the potential for a hilarious follow-up remains, the consistent and recent comments from the main cast make it clear that fans should temper their expectations. *We're the Millers* is likely to remain a beloved, one-off comedy classic.
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