Need for Speed movie sequel in the works

A sequel to 2014's Need for Speed movie — a film based on the iconic racing game franchise — is in the works.

According to Variety, Electronic Arts, creator of the Need for Speed games, is partnering with China Movie Channel Program Center, Jiaflix Enterprises, and 1905 Pictures on the film.

Details regarding the new movie are scarce at this point, as the partnership can not proceed until it negotiates the rights for the sequel, which are currently held by Dreamworks. 

What we do know is that "much of" Need for Speed 2 is planned to be filmed in China which isn't too much of a surprise given the original film's incredible performance in the region, where it raked in approximately $65 million of its $203 million. 

"We are excited to work with EA, one of the world’s most recognized creative companies," China Movie Channel Yin Cao said. "We are also delighted that much of 'Need for Speed 2' would be filmed in China, and we believe it will include much more Chinese talent and elements."

There's no word on the film's casting yet, so we'll have to wait and see if Breaking Bad star Aaron Paul will return.