Warning: The following article includes SPOILERS for It’s What’s Inside.It’s What’s Inside director Greg Jardin addresses a potential sequel at Netflix. The sci-fi comedy premiered on October 4 and centers on a group of friends, whose pre-wedding reunion quickly spirals out of control when estranged member Forbes (David Thompson) appears with a body-swapping device. Along with Thompson, the cast of It’s What’s Inside includes Brittany O’Grady, James Morosini, Alycia Debnam-Carey, Gavin Leatherwood, Nina Bloomgarden, Reina Hardesty and Devon Terrell. With uniquely motivated characters and an open ending, It’s What’s Inside 2 seems possible, but would likely depend on Jardin’s involvement.
During an interview with Variety, Jardin revealed that he’s not currently developing a sequel to It’s What’s Inside, but teased: “I guess time will tell.” He also explained how negotiations and the sale to Netflix became a learning experience, and how he, as writer/director, might not benefit. Read more of Jardin’s comments below:
People have been asking about that since Sundance, and I’ve been so shocked. I guess time will tell, but there are no firm plans to do a sequel at this point. I’ve learned a lot about the business aspect going into this movie. I can firmly say I am not a millionaire. People were texting me, ‘Oh, I guess next dinner’s on you!’ I was very naive and ignorant as far as how sales worked, up until now.
I think the idea that the film is sold by the people who paid for it makes sense, but that’s not something I think a lot of people necessarily realize. Even if you’re the writer or director, your deal is only as good as whatever you negotiate two years prior. I’m not trying to say this with any bitterness or anything, but I think it’s a misconception.
Could It’s What’s Inside 2 Eventually Happen?
The Ending Leaves The Door Open For More Body-Swapping Chaos
The ending of It’s What’s Inside reveals a major twist concerning Forbes, who was supposedly barred from college for bringing his underage sister, Beatrice (Madison Davenport), to a party. Contrary to what most of the group believed, Dennis and Beatrice had an ongoing romantic relationship, but him lying about their previous interactions and Beatrice consuming alcohol caused rumors to spread, and she was eventually placed in a hospital. Years later, she uses Forbes’ technology to switch places and get revenge, transferring Dennis’ money and manipulating others throughout the night.
Having become Nikki and escaping with the body swap device, It’s What’s Inside raises questions about Beatrice and her next moves, but suggests that she will continue switching. The ending also leaves the door open for other characters to return, since not everyone’s fate was clear. While Cyrus and Shelby landed back in their original bodies, the former was arrested for the deaths of Brooke and Reuben (in Maya and Dennis’ bodies), which Dennis framed him for. As for the others, Maya and Dennis wound up inside Brooke and Forbes, and Nikki became Reuben, seemingly leaving his bride-to-be alone.
When Brooke and Reuben accidentally die, Maya and Dennis are left without their original bodies, leading to uncertainty and chaos among the group as to how they’ll swap back. Dennis (in Cyrus’ body) calls the police and says that he’s responsible.
Our Take A Potential It’s What’s Inside 2
Though Undetermined, Jardin Should Be At The Helm
A follow-up may not be top of mind, but Jardin’s comments about It’s What’s Inside 2 should still excite audiences, as there remains a possibility. Viewership will likely play a role, but should he eventually choose to make another It’s What’s Inside, it would be interesting to see what kind of deal is made, and if he produces. Since releasing on Netflix, the movie has received praise (currently holding a score of 80% on Rotten Tomatoes), and Jardin’s direction and strong character details prove that he would be essential to any sequel’s success.
Source: Variety
