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Parker Finn, creator, writer and director of the first two 'Smile' films, developed and pitched the framework for the third installment, and will remain involved as a producer of the next movie.

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David Bruckner is preparing to make horror fans smile , as the director has signed on to direct Smile 3 .

The Hellraiser reboot director will helm the follow-up to 2024’s Smile 2 for Paramount. Nick Antosca will pen the script.

Parker Finn , creator, writer and director of the first two Smile films, developed and pitched the framework of the third entry. He will remain involved as a producer for Smile 3 , and Jonathan Fass will executive produce.

Bruckner directed Hulu’s Hellraiser remake in 2022, and also previously helmed The Night House and The Ritual .…