Almost two years after the Syfy present was canceled, Don Mancini is able to host Chucky returned from the grave as soon as once more.
The creator of Kid’s play franchise not too long ago introduced at Pennsylvania’s Metal Metropolis Con that it has a brand new Chucky movie in preparation, which is able to comply with the 2 2017 movies Cult of Chucky and the 2021-’24 collection.
“I am writing a brand new Chucky movie,” Mancini instructed the group, in accordance with Bloody Disgusting, which additionally reported that he plans to return to the director’s chair for the upcoming sequel.
Jennifer Tilly, who performs the murderous doll Tiffany within the franchise, not too long ago instructed Leisure Tonight that regardless of the collection ending, “I do know for a reality there’s extra Chucky and Tiffany within the works. The horrible duo.”
Following the announcement in September 2024 that the Chucky With the collection reportedly ending after three seasons, Mancini continued to tease the killer doll’s on-screen future amid a #RenewChucky fan marketing campaign as he and the present’s stars reacted to its cancellation.
“HE WILL BE BACK,” Mancini wrote on X, sharing Deadline’s earlier report. “I’ve a lot love for our unbelievable followers. Your #RenewChucky marketing campaign meant the world to me throughout a really tough time. Chucky says to let you know all, quoting himself: ‘See you quickly.'”
The cancellation got here after Mancini stated he was “actually excited” about his concept for Season 4. “I’ve already pitched it to the community. So I am conserving my fingers crossed as a result of it is one thing I actually love doing,” he instructed The Direct.
First in 2021, Chucky follows the murderous escapades of the well-known killer doll. He crosses paths with sworn enemies, previous allies, and new prey, as he seeks to encourage concern and chaos wherever he goes. The present was produced by Mancini, Nick Antosca, Alex Hedlund, David Kirschner and Jeff Renfoe.
Mancini launched the slasher franchise with Kid’s play (1988), which he co-wrote with John Lafia and director Tom Holland. He additionally wrote Kid’s play 2 (1990), Kid’s play 3 (1991), Chucky’s Bride (1998), Chucky Seed (2004), Chucky’s Curse (2013) and Cult of Chucky (2017), additionally director of the final three opuses.