# Family Pack 2: Renaissance Is Official — Netflix’s Hit French Werewolf Movie Is Getting a Time-Travel Sequel With a Whole New Cast

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Published: 2026-04-20  
Updated: 2026-04-20  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

If you binged *Family Pack* on Netflix and wondered whether the werewolf universe would live on — good news. The sequel is not just confirmed, it’s already filming. And Netflix is going bigger, bolder, and further back in history this time around.

## What We Know So Far on Family Pack 2?

*Family Pack* (originally titled *Loups-Garous* in French) quietly became one of Netflix’s surprise hits of 2024. Based on the wildly popular [social deduction board game](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Werewolves_of_Millers_Hollow) *Les Loups-Garous de Thiercelieux*, the film blended fantasy, comedy, and family drama in a way that clicked globally — eventually reaching the Netflix Top 10 in **85 countries** and racking up **91.5 million viewing hours**.

Now, Netflix has officially greenlit *Family Pack 2: Renaissance*, and it’s being positioned as an anthology sequel — same werewolf game, brand new world.

![Family Pack 2](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amsll.jpg)

## Family Pack 2: Renaissance

| Detail | Info |
| --- | --- |
| **Title** | Family Pack 2: Renaissance |
| **French Title** | Loups-Garous 2: Renaissance |
| **Director** | François Uzan |
| **Production Company** | Radar Films |
| **Setting** | France, 1515 — Era of King François I |
| **Filming Started** | April 7, 2026 |
| **Expected Release** | Early 2027 on Netflix |
| **Original Cast Returning?** | No — entirely new ensemble |

## New Era, New Cast, Same Game

The sequel is set in **1515 France**, throwing the werewolf game into the heart of the French Renaissance under King François I — a massive leap from the 1497 setting of the first film. Director **François Uzan** returns behind the camera, bringing continuity to the franchise’s creative vision.

The biggest talking point? The original cast — including star Franck Dubosc — will **not** be returning. Netflix France VP **Pauline Dauvin** confirmed the anthology approach, stating the new cast will be composed of top-tier French talents of very high notoriety, though exact names are still under wraps.

This anthology model makes a lot of sense creatively. As Dauvin explained, the franchise’s time-travel format allows Netflix to build a completely fresh universe with each installment.

Want to catch up before the sequel drops? Check out our [guide to the best Netflix movies to watch right now](https://technosports.co.in) on technosports.co.in.

## Why Did Netflix Even Greenlight a Sequel?

On paper, *Family Pack* wasn’t a critical darling — it holds just a **38% on Rotten Tomatoes** and a **5.5 on IMDb**. But Netflix doesn’t run on critics’ opinions alone. The film hit the global Top 10 for **five consecutive weeks**, proved a massive hit in France, and kept pulling viewers back weeks after release. That kind of long-tail performance is exactly what earns a sequel on the streaming platform.

For more on how Netflix decides what gets renewed, head over to our [Netflix originals tracker on technosports.co.in](https://technosports.co.in).

## FAQs

### **Q: Will the original Family Pack cast return for the sequel?**

No — *Family Pack 2: Renaissance* features an entirely new cast, confirming the franchise will operate as a time-travel anthology series.

### **Q: When will Family Pack 2: Renaissance release on Netflix?**

Filming kicked off in April 2026, and given the post-production requirements, an **early 2027 Netflix release** is the most realistic expectation.