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Though considering the term “shared universe” was mentioned, it would be assumed that fresh novels would be adapted to follow The Janson Directive, making up a sort of “Phase 1” of the Robert Ludlum Shared Universe.

Unfortunately, The Janson Directive is the only film that’s implicitly stated as involving Dwayne Johnson’s participation, though the two other stories that are supposed to be co-written and adapted by Truth writer/director James Vanderbilt will also be based on Robert Ludlum novels, which will be tied into the universe that Paul Janson’s adventures will kick off.

Considering Jason Bourne brings Matt Damon’s famed super-spy back to the table, there’s an odd chance that The Janson Directive could not only set up further Robert Ludlum novels for adaptation, it could also set the table for Bourne to join in on the fun.