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'Now You See Me 3' fans delighted as Justice Smith, Dominic Sessa join cast after Barbie's Ariana Greenblatt

Justice Smith and Dominic Sessa are the latest additions to the illusionist crew

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The wait is over for fans of the mind-bending heist magic as 'Now You See Me 3' has officially begun assembling its cast, months after receiving the green light.

Justice Smith, who captivated audiences in 'Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves', and 'The Holdovers' star Dominic Sessa are set to take the lead in the upcoming installment of the franchise, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Smith and Sessa will be joined by Ariana Greenblatt, celebrated for her performance in the popular film 'Barbie'. The ensemble cast will also feature returning actors Jesse Eisenberg, Woody Harrelson, Isla Fisher, Dave Franco, and Mark Ruffalo, reprising their roles as the cunning illusionists.

Fans go crazy over Dominic Sessa and Justice Smith's casting in 'Now You See Me 3'

The news of Justice Smith and Dominic Sessa joining the cast of 'Now You See Me 3' has sparked crazy reactions from fans, who flocked to X to drop their two cents as one fan said, "I'm here for Dominic Sessa but I really don't vibe with Justice Smith."

One wrote, "DOMINIC SESSA AND JUSTICE SMITH???" while another said, "Justice Smith and Dominic Sessa!1!1!!!!!! Omg my brand."

An X user also said, "Dominic Sessa *and* Justice Smith? Don’t make me buy a ticket to this." One cheekily commented, "Justice smith and dominic sessa 10 minutes long make out and frotting scene please please please."

On the other hand, fans appreciated Sessa's casting as they said, "This is good casting bc dominic sessa looks like someone who would be really passionate about close up magic," while another added, "Dominic sessa in a now you see me movie is something i never knew i needed." One fan also said, "DOMINIC SESSA EMPLOYED AND IN NOW YOU SEE ME 3."

Who is directing 'Now You See Me 3' and what could be the plot?

Ruben Fleischer, renowned for directing 'Zombieland', is set to take the helm of 'Now You See Me 3', alongside screenwriters Eric Warren Singer, Seth Graham-Smith, and Mike Lesslie.

While specific plot details remain tightly under wraps, the film promises to plunge audiences back into the mesmerizing world of illusionists. Not content with merely following the exploits of the Horsemen, 'Now You See Me 3' will introduce audiences to a new generation of magicians, adding fresh layers of intrigue to the beloved franchise.

Produced by Bobby Cohen, with oversight from Alex Kurtzman of Secret Hideout, Meredith Wieck, and Chisom Ude at Lionsgate, the project is poised to deliver another thrilling chapter in the franchise's legacy.

All about 'Now You See Me' franchise

The 'Now You See Me' series first captivated audiences in 2013, with its gripping narrative centering around an FBI agent and Interpol detective on the trail of a group of magicians executing daring bank heists through elaborate illusions. With critical acclaim and box office success under its belt, anticipation for the latest installment is high.

Following their thrilling escape from the FBI and a rise to fame for their Robin Hood-esque illusions, the group resurfaces with a new mission. This time the four horsemen, are targeting a corrupt tech CEO, Owen Case, who's using his latest phone technology to steal user data.

However, a mysterious figure named Walter Mabry forces the Horsemen into this heist. Mabry, a tech genius, holds a secret that could destroy them. With their backs against the wall, the Horsemen performed their most spectacular and dangerous illusion to expose the real villain and clear their names.

Both earlier films in this franchise had intriguing headlines that captivated audiences' hearts, now it will be interesting to see what 'Now You See Me 3' has in its pocket for us.