Paramount is moving forward with a third ‘Smile’ installment. Multiple outlets report that David Bruckner will direct ‘Smile 3’, with Nick Antosca writing the screenplay. Parker Finn, who created the franchise and worked on the earlier films, is not directing the new chapter but is expected to stay involved as a producer.
The coverage ties Finn’s reduced role to his other commitments. Deadline and Variety both state that Finn is busy directing Paramount’s ‘Possession’ remake, which is why Bruckner and Antosca are stepping in for ‘Smile 3’. Hollywood Reporter similarly describes Finn as having developed and pitched the framework for the third film, while Bruckner is set to take the directorial helm.
