76th Academy Awards : The film is recognized by American Film Institute in these lists : Director Weir , asked in 2005 if he would make a sequel , stated he thought it " most unlikely " , and after disclaiming internet rumors to the contrary , stated " I think that while it did well ... '' ish '' at the box office , it did n't generate that monstrous , rapid income that provokes a sequel . " In 2007 the film was included on a list of " 13 Failed Attempts To Start Film Franchises " by The A.V. Club , noting that " ... this surely stands as one of the most exciting opening salvos in nonexistent-series history , and the Aubrey-Maturin novels remain untapped cinematic ground . " In December 2010 , Crowe launched an appeal on Twitter to get the sequel made : " If you want a '' Master and Commander '' sequel I suggest you e-mail Tom Rothman at Fox and let him know your thoughts "
76th Academy Awards
76th Academy Awards
Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World