Mel Gibson reportedly working on sequel to The Passion of the Christ

MEL Gibson is reportedly working on a sequel to his 2004 film The Passion of the Christ.

Jim Caviezel with Jarreth Merz in a scene from ‘The Passion of The Christ’.

BRAVEHEART screenwriter Randall Wallace says he’s working with Mel Gibson on a follow-up to The Passion of the Christ.

Wallace told The Hollywood Reporter on Thursday that the new film will focus on the resurrection of Jesus.

Gibson’s spokesman declined to comment on the actor-director’s involvement in the project.

The Passion was directed by Gibson and released in 2004.

The film starred Jim Caviezel as Jesus and earned $US612 million ($A822.75 million) at the worldwide box office.

Wallace recently worked with Gibson on the World War II drama Hacksaw Ridge.

Mel Gibson pictured at the Cannes Film Festival back in May. Picture: AP/Joel Ryan

Originally published as Mel Gibson reportedly working on sequel to The Passion of the Christ