Agent 47 is a reboot of the film franchise and not a sequel to 2007's
Hitman, which was Hollywood's first attempt at adapting the hit video game series. The film stars Rupert Friend (replacing the late Paul Walker) as Agent 47 himself, Zachary Quinto, and Hannah Ware. Aleksander Bach will be in the director's chair. The screenplay is penned by Kyle Ward, Skip Woods and Michael Finch. No release date has been given. It's also worth noting that the next installment of the video game series is currently in the works.