Shailene Woodley, known for her role as Beatrice “Tris” Prior in the Divergent film series, recently discussed the possibility of revisiting the franchise. The 33-year-old actress spoke about the unrealized potential of completing the final Divergent installment, sparking renewed interest in the series she helped bring to life. Her comments highlighted her mixed feelings about returning and the challenges involved.
What Happened with the Divergent Franchise’s Final Chapter?
The Divergent trilogy was adapted from Veronica Roth’s dystopian novels, yet the fourth book’s adaptation was never completed. Originally planned as two films, the second part, Ascendant, was intended to conclude the story but was cancelled. In 2016, the project shifted away from cinemas to a proposed television movie and spinoff series, plans that never materialized. This unresolved ending has left fans and cast members alike wondering about the future.
Woodley’s Thoughts on Revisiting the Role
During an interview with Elite Daily, Woodley was asked about restarting a previous project, which led to her considering the Divergent finale. She explained,
“I don’t know that I want to reboot it, but we never got to make our final Divergent film, and I think that would be really fun,”
she said.
“We’re all much older now, so I don’t know how that would work, but I think that there’s a world where we could make it happen. I think it would do pretty well.”
The Uncertain Future of Divergent‘s Conclusion
Despite the ongoing interest from Woodley and some co-stars, Ascendant remains unproduced, creating an uneasy pause for fans awaiting closure. The change from an anticipated movie finish to an unconfirmed TV adaptation left both audiences and cast members conflicted about the series’ direction. With the actors having aged since the original films, the challenge of coordinating a return is significant.
This ambiguity around the final installment of Divergent underscores the frustration surrounding incomplete adaptations in popular franchises. Should Woodley and producers find a way to overcome these hurdles, it could revive interest and bring resolution to the saga cherished by many. Until then, the future of the Divergent universe remains uncertain, leaving fans to hope for a satisfying conclusion.
