The Academy Award-winning actor Michael Caine might be coming out of acting retirement soon, and you may be surprised to learn what movie is bringing him back in front of the camera.

Michael announced his retirement in 2023, about nine months after filming wrapped on his last film, the British biopic The Great Escaper.

Now, the 92-year-old actor is reportedly nearing a deal to reprise his role as the priest Dolan from Lionsgate’s 2015 film The Last Witch Hunter in a sequel, according to Variety.

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Vin Diesel has also been confirmed to return as the warrior Kaulder, and it sounds like Lionsgate is looking to fast-track the project.

Released more than a decade ago, The Last Witch Hunter underperformed at the domestic box office but did better overseas and has reportedly grown significantly in popularity in the years since, thanks to streaming services like Netflix and digital platforms.

Lionsgate Motion Picture Group chair Adam Fogelson shared a statement confirming the sequel is moving forward.

“Vin and I have partnered many times over the years, and he is a true force in our industry. I’m thrilled to be reuniting with him as he returns to this iconic role, and excited by how advancements in filmmaking technology now allow us to economically deliver a sequel on an even more ambitious scale.”

Find out exactly what Michael said about his retirement.