Spielberg no longer directs Indiana Jones 5, but Harrison Ford is still in the cast

According to foreign media reports such as Variety, Steven Spielberg will no longer direct the new film in the legendary action-adventure series "Indiana Jones 5". James Mangold ("Logan" and "Ford v Ferrari") may replace Steven Spielberg to direct "Indiana Jones 5" and is in early negotiations.

Spielberg (left) James Mangold (right)

Specifically, after a long development process, Spielberg will hand over the director's baton for "Indiana Jones 5" and let the next generation of filmmakers lead the development of this series. Mangold ("Logan 3" and "Ford v Ferrari") is in early talks with the film company and is expected to take over this responsibility from Spielberg.

Sources said that the decision to leave the director's position was entirely Spielberg's own. However, he will continue to serve as a producer for "Indiana Jones 5". At the same time, Harrison Ford will continue to play Indiana Jones.

Indiana Jones 5 was first announced in 2016 and was originally scheduled for July 19, 2019, but it was postponed several times and is currently scheduled for July 9, 2021. As for the development progress after the change of director, please stay tuned for more follow-up news.