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A fifth “Hotel Transylvania” film, titled “The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania”, is coming to theaters on Oct. 8.
Sony Pictures is set to distribute the film in North America, while Amazon MGM Studios will oversee international
distribution. Jennifer Kluska and Alan Hawkins are on board to direct the fifth film with Lawrence Jonas producing, and Genndy Tartakovsky and Michelle Murdocca serving as executive producers.
“From the beginning, ‘Hotel Transylvania’ has invited audiences into a world where monsters feel like family,” said Kristine Belson and Damien de Froberville, Presidents of Sony Pictures Animation. “These films have been a cornerstone of Sony Animation’s storytelling identity, blending a unique visual style with heartfelt, character-driven comedy. With this next installment, we’re honoring that legacy of heart and humor while delivering the unexpected surprises audiences love. We’re delighted to partner with Amazon MGM Studios to bring the Drac Pack back to theatres for families around the world.”
In this latest instalment, Dracula has happily settled into retirement while his daughter, Mavis, takes the reins of the legendary monster hotel. But when a series of spooky and unexplained happenings sends chills through the resort, the Drac Pack embarks on its most spellbinding adventure yet: uncovering the mystery behind “The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania.”
Courtenay Valenti, Head of Film at Amazon MGM Studios, said, “‘Hotel Transylvania’ is one of those rare franchises that has become a beloved tradition for families around the world – a film series that has always balanced irreverent humor with genuine heart.” She added, “We’re thrilled to collaborate with Sony Pictures Animation to bring the Drac Pack back to the big screen and continue this legacy of inventive, character-driven storytelling that audiences have embraced for over a decade.”
The original “Hotel Transylvania” debuted in theaters in 2012 and grossed $355 million worldwide. The film’s success launched a global franchise. The sequels, “Hotel Transylvania 2” and “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation,” earned $475 million and $530 million worldwide, respectively. The fourth installment, “Hotel Transylvania: Transformania,” premiered exclusively on Prime Video in 2022.
