Despite the lack-luster "Expendables 3," Sylvester Stallone has reportedly decided to push through with "Expendables 4" with the release date all set already.
According to Variety, the action-packed franchise will commence filming next year and will hit the theaters in 2017.
"'Expendables 4' will shoot in 2016 and be delivered in 2017," Variety confirmed. "Neither director nor cast have yet been announced, though the picture is expected to have maintain its all-action star formula. It is to be produced on a budget of over $100 million."
In line with the release date news, "Expendables 4" will also reportedly see the introduction of new cast members, who could also be taking over the franchise.
According to Wrestling Inc.(via Uproxx), WWE legend, Hulk Hogan is confirmed to join the cast as he revealed his role in the film.
"Was talking on the phone with Sly [Stallone] about doing The Expendables 4," Hogan revealed.
"We're trying to figure out a way to maybe turn me into the most evil man in the world. Y'know, Stallone gave me my first break and he's been a great friend for all these years ... We had a great conversation, talking about the possibilities. Can I still run, can I still jump? Well, not as fast or not as high, but I think Hollywood could find a good stunt man to help me out."
While the wrestling legend has yet to announce the name of his character, another WWE star turned actor has expressed his interest in "Expendables 4."
In his Reddit AMA, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson talked about the possibility of appearing in the action-adventure franchise.
"I don't want to be on their team and be buddies with them," he told a fan who asked if he's interested in an "Expendables" film. "F**k that noise. I want to hunt every single one of them down and tell them to 'send your soul to heaven cause your ass is mine.'"
Additionally, Sylvester Stallone is no reportedly courting Bollywood superstar Salman Khan to join the film.
According to India Times Stallone has posted a series of tweets asking Khan to join "Expendables 4."
"Salman, I am very impressed with your many devoted fans. To make a great Action film Sucessful takes MANY great fans who support you, Sly"
Adding, "Mabye the New EXPENDABLES"
With no confirmed cast line up yet, "Expendables 4" release date is set sometime in 2017.
