Wolverine 2

Slashfilm reports that a script for a sequel to the X-Men spin off Wolverine has been handed in to Fox, who are looking at shooting the film in January 2011.

The script has been written by Christopher McQuarrie, of Usual Suspects fame, which raises hopes it may be a step above the previous entry in the series, or at the very least it may have a plot that makes some kind of sense.

The script is apparently based loosely on Frank Miller's early 1980's comic book (pictured) which first popularised the character, and will apparently feature a romance with a Japanese character.

No director is on board yet, and the director of the previous film, Gavin Hood , has indicated he will not be returning.