‘Smile 3’ Sets David Bruckner to Direct While Franchise Creator Parker Finn Helms ‘Possession’ Remake (EXCLUSIVE)
2 sources·Updated October 29, 2026
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- Deadline Hollywood·5h ago‘Smile 3’ Taps ‘Hellraiser’ Director David Bruckner Amid Parker Finn’s Absence
Paramount is giving horror fans something to smile about with a third installment in Parker Finn’s Smile franchise. On Wednesday, the studio announced David Bruckner (Hellraiser, The Night House) will helm the next film, which is penned by Nick Antosca (Verity, Cape Fear), as…
Read at Deadline Hollywood → - Variety·6h ago‘Smile 3’ Sets David Bruckner to Direct While Franchise Creator Parker Finn Helms ‘Possession’ Remake (EXCLUSIVE)
Put on a happy face, because “Smile 3” is officially in the works. Paramount has hired David Bruckner to direct and Nick Antosca to write the screenplay. They’re taking over for Parker Finn, who created the series and will remain involved as a producer alongside Temple Hill.…
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