Just when fans began to speculate if the Happy Death Day franchise was nearing its end, director Christopher Landon and lead actress Jessica Rothe ignited excitement by confirming that a third installment is officially in development. This beloved dark comedy horror series has captured the hearts of genre enthusiasts worldwide and has proven to be a commercial triumph across the globe.

“The third movie is moving forward,” Rothe enthusiastically announced, receiving a warm round of applause from attendees during a special double feature screening and panel hosted by American Cinematheque. “It is moving forward,” echoed Landon, reinforcing the positive news. This thrilling announcement comes seven years after the release of Happy Death Day 2U and is met with cheers from a dedicated fan base that adores the film’s campy, quirky take on the horror genre.

Key Insights About ‘Happy Death Day 3’: What to Expect

Although no further specifics were disclosed by the duo, likely due to the film being in its infancy of development, Landon previously shared, “I could say that I wrote a treatment. I didn’t write the script because I wouldn’t write a script unless it was a sure thing.” He also mentioned, “Here’s the exciting part: It is a bigger movie, and it is not set on the same day as the previous two films. That’s the biggest spoiler I’ve put out there.”

This hints that fans can anticipate a refreshing twist on the well-known premise as we follow Tree in a new and different chapter of her life. The original film centers on Tree, a college student ensnared by a masked serial killer. She unexpectedly awakens in her bed, as if nothing has transpired, revealing that she is trapped in a time loop that resets every time she meets her demise. Throughout the film, she endures multiple horrific deaths, while simultaneously unraveling the mystery of her killer’s identity.

As part of the trilogy, Happy Death Day 3 will continue the storyline established in the 2019 sequel, Happy Death Day 2U, where Tree finds herself in a comparable predicament, determined to break the cycle once and for all. The film features a talented cast, including Rothe, Israel Broussard, Suraj Sharma, and Steve Zissis, among others. Although it didn’t achieve the same financial success as its predecessor, earning $64 million globally on a $9 million budget with a 72 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes, the first Happy Death Day film grossed an impressive $125 million worldwide from a mere $4.8 million budget and holds a 71 percent Rotten Tomatoes score.

As of now, no additional information has been disclosed regarding Happy Death Day 3. Be sure to stay connected with Collider for the latest updates and news on this exciting development.

Source: CBR