Fox has given the green light to Roland Emmerich and INDEPENDENCE DAY 2... Read the full article on AICN Hey Yo, Draven here. After almost 20 years of rumors and speculation, it seems we are now closer than we have ever been to getting the long awaited, INDEPENDENCE DAY sequel. Deadline is reporting, that Fox has officially given the green light to the film, with filming expected to begin in March 2015. As previously reported, Will Smith will not be returning but director, Roland Emmerich will be.