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David Bruckner chosen to direct horror sequel Smile 3

Outlets confirm Paramount has hired David Bruckner to direct the third Smile film, with series creator Parker Finn remaining attached as a producer.

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At a glance

  • Paramount selected David Bruckner to direct Smile 3 with a screenplay by Nick Antosca.23
  • Creator Parker Finn proposed the third film's story framework and will serve as a producer.13

Paramount is moving forward with a third Smile movie, hiring David Bruckner as director.23

Nick Antosca is set to write the screenplay for the upcoming horror sequel.23

Franchise creator Parker Finn generated and pitched the framework for the third installment.13

Finn will remain on the film as a producer while directing a remake of Possession for Paramount.23

Where sources agree

  • David Bruckner will direct Smile 33 of 3
  • Parker Finn remains attached as a producer3 of 3
  • Parker Finn pitched the story outline for Smile 32 of 3
  • Nick Antosca is writing the screenplay2 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1The Hollywood ReporterDavid Bruckner Set to Direct ‘Smile 3’ ↗
  2. 2Deadline‘Smile 3’ Taps ‘Hellraiser’ Director David Bruckner Amid Parker Finn’s Absence ↗
  3. 3Variety‘Smile 3’ Sets David Bruckner to Direct While Franchise Creator Parker Finn Helms ‘Possession’ Remake (EXCLUSIVE) ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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