24 Jump Street Movie in Development as Sequel Series Continues

According to Variety, a third installment in the *Jump Street* franchise, titled *24 Jump Street*, is in early development, with Rodney Rothman set to direct. The announcement follows a post from producer Neil H. Moritz on Instagram, which included a script page featuring the film’s title and a playful explanation for skipping a hypothetical *23 Jump Street*: “It took so long we had to skip one.”

What is the Jump Street franchise?

The *Jump Street* series began in 2012 with *21 Jump Street*, a comedy starring Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill as underachieving police officers posing as high school students to bust a drug ring. The film, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, reimagined the 1980s TV series *21 Jump Street* as an R-rated action-comedy. A sequel, *22 Jump Street*, released in 2014, sent the duo undercover at a college, with Ice Cube reprising his role as their overbearing captain, Dickson.

Who is directing *24 Jump Street*?

Rodney Rothman, known for co-writing and co-directing *Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse*, will helm *24 Jump Street*. Rothman previously collaborated with Hill on the third film’s script, though he has not yet confirmed details about the plot. Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, who directed the first two films, will serve as producers, according to Variety.

What is the sequel’s rumored storyline?

The post-credits scene of *22 Jump Street* teased a long list of hypothetical sequels, including *23 Jump Street: Medical School* and *24 Jump Street: Foreign Exchange Students*. While no official synopsis has been released, the franchise’s humor has often leaned into absurdity, with previous films featuring escalating comedic scenarios. The title *24 Jump Street* suggests a return to school settings, though the film’s exact premise remains unconfirmed.

Will Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill return?

Tatum and Hill, who are now in their 40s, have not officially confirmed their involvement. However, the duo’s previous roles as undercover officers who frequently pretend to be students could allow for a return to school-based plots. The franchise has historically embraced meta-humor, with the characters’ age and physicality often playing a central role in the jokes.

Why does the numbering skip 23?

The absence of *23 Jump Street* is a nod to the film’s own joke about the numbering scheme. In *22 Jump Street*, the program relocates across the street, changing its name from 21 to 22 Jump Street. The post-credits gag for *22 Jump Street* listed 23 sequels, including *23 Jump Street: Medical School*, before skipping to *24 Jump Street*. The “skip one” tagline in Moritz’s Instagram post humorously acknowledges the long gap between films.

What’s next for the franchise?

The *Jump Street* series has explored various educational settings, from high school to college, and the rumored *24 Jump Street* could continue this trend. Previous films have included spin-off ideas, such as animated projects and video games, though none have materialized. The franchise’s future will depend on the success of *24 Jump Street* and the continued involvement of its stars.