'National Treasure' director predicts upcoming third film won't be able to 'ignore' politics

The third installment of the ‘National Treasure’ franchise is confirmed to have a completed script approved by Disney, with director Jon Turteltaub suggesting politics played a role in its delay. Turteltaub believes the film will need to address the current political climate without alienating audiences. Film critic Christian Toto expressed disappointment at the prospect of the franchise becoming political, advocating for it to remain apolitical.

• ‘National Treasure 3’ is confirmed to be in development with a finished script approved by director Jon Turteltaub and Disney.
• Director Jon Turteltaub believes political polarization delayed the production of the third film.
• Turteltaub stated that the script will likely need to address modern politics without alienating viewers.
• Film critic Christian Toto suggested that the franchise would be better served by remaining apolitical.