What's Happening?
New Line Cinema is moving forward with a sequel to its 2016 horror film 'Lights Out.' The Warner Bros. division has hired Connor Osborne McIntyre to write the screenplay. The original film's producer, Lawrence Grey, along with writer-director David F.
Sandberg, will return as producers. The film was a significant success, grossing $149 million worldwide on a budget of less than $5 million. The sequel has been in development intermittently, with previous scripts penned by Eric Heisserer and Chris Borrelli. The original 'Lights Out' was based on Sandberg's short film and marked his directorial debut. It featured a ghostly entity haunting a family, starring Teresa Palmer, Maria Bello, Gabriel Bateman, and Alexander DiPersia. Plot details for the sequel remain undisclosed.
Why It's Important?
The development of 'Lights Out 2' signifies New Line Cinema's continued investment in successful horror franchises. The original film's profitability highlights the potential for high returns on low-budget horror films, a trend that has been lucrative for studios. The involvement of original creators and producers suggests a commitment to maintaining the quality and appeal of the first film. This move could further solidify New Line's position in the horror genre, potentially attracting a dedicated fan base and generating significant box office revenue. The sequel's success could influence future horror film productions and studio strategies.
