It seems that a prequel to an action-packed Joe Carnahan film is getting under way. According to writer/director Carnahan's official website, a prequel for his 2007 film Smokin' Aces is moving forward. Here is his brief blog entry below.

Finally, some actual Smokin' Aces news. Universal has officially greenlit the prequel and we are underway. Cameos will abound. Trust me.

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Smokin' Aces starred Jeremy Piven, Ben Affleck, Andy Garcia, Alicia Keys, Ray Liotta, Ryan Reynolds and Common. We'll surely keep you posted on any developments with this new prequel.