James Wan insisted it would take "something extremely special" for him to return in a directorial capacity.
Their co-stars include Cate Blanchett, Dave Bautista, Steven Yeun, Léa Seydoux and Riley Keough.
Joaquin Phoenix was finally ready to play the iconic villain in 2019.
Ralph Fiennes also shared a synopsis of the first film.
Production is now underway in New Jersey.
Halle Berry insisted she was beaten to the role by Jennifer Lopez.
Saoirse Ronan was "in her head" because she really wanted to impress Greta Gerwig.
Paul Mescal saw a trainer every day, ate a chicken-heavy diet and "lifted heavy things" to prepare - but he refused to cut out two of his vices.
Patrick Dempsey has had a conversation about his return.
Anna Kendrick admitted the scene might seem a "little heavy-handed" if it wasn't real.
Eva Longoria got "paid back significantly" thanks to her producer credit.
Stanley Tucci has experienced "fluctuations" throughout his career.
