Fanboys Anonymous

I hardly ever go to the theater to watch a non-horror movie, but I have to confess: I watched Steven Soderbergh's 2012 male-stripper-bonanza Magic Mike in its second week at the box office and I enjoyed it, not really for its story or character development (both which weren't that bad), but who cares.

The official poster of Magic Mike XXL

A lot of people felt the same way as I did, and soon stories about a possible sequel and even Broadway musicals started circulating the web. It wasn't long before Channing Tatum confirmed he was indeed working on a second movie.

Now, ladies and gentlemen, get ready to feel a little hot and bothered. Today, February 4, the Magic Mike XXL trailer has officially been released.

Though those involved in the film remain relatively mum about the details of the plot, the director Gregory Jacobs told PEOPLE magazine:

"It's a road-trip picture. Mike and the guys get back together, and adventure ensues (...) They look incredible … Their shirts are off an appropriate amount, let's put it that way! I don't think anyone's going to be disappointed."

Check it out!


Jada Pinkett Smith, Amber Heard, Michael Strahan, and Elizabeth Banks will be joining Joe Manganiello, Matt Bomer, and Channing Tatum (obviously), who will be reprising their roles as Big Dick Richie, Ken, and Magic Mike, respectively. Unfortunately, Matthew McConaughey will not be coming back as Dallas despite all the rumors about a possible cameo. A moment of silence, please.

McConaughey as Dallas.

Either way, Jacobs promises a fun movie.

"It's dramatic and emotional but not as dark [as the first film.] It's such a great group of people. We had a blast making it. I hope that comes across on screen."

Magic Mike XXL will hit the theaters on July 1st.