Warner Bros. officially announces “Gremlins 3” — directed by the creator of “Harry Potter”

The director of Harry Potter and Home Alone, Chris Columbus, will helm the long-awaited sequel Gremlins 3, scheduled for worldwide release in November 2027. Warner Bros. Discovery officially confirmed the return of one of cinema’s most mischievously beloved franchises, reviving the cult universe that first terrified and charmed audiences more than four decades ago.

Legendary filmmaker Steven Spielberg returns as executive producer under his Amblin Entertainment banner. The screenplay will be written by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, with Kristie Macosko Krieger, Holly Bario, Michael Barnathan, and Mark Radcliffe joining the production team. As reported by NewsToday24 with reference to Variety.

A new chapter for an iconic 80s classic

The announcement came during Warner Bros. Discovery’s quarterly investor call, where CEO David Zaslav described the project as “a cornerstone of our commitment to revitalizing classic franchises for theatrical audiences.”

“Few titles capture the spirit of cinematic adventure like Gremlins,” said Jesse Ehrman, President of Production at Warner Bros. Pictures. “Bringing together Steven Spielberg, Chris Columbus, and our new creative team makes this a dream project. We’re bringing the magic, the chaos, and the heart back to the big screen.”

Spielberg, who produced the 1984 original, reportedly approved Columbus’s early treatment that mixes practical creature effects with modern visual storytelling. The studio hinted that the movie will balance nostalgia and innovation — a true Amblin-style revival.

The legacy that changed family horror forever

The original Gremlins (1984), directed by Joe Dante and written by Columbus, became a global sensation. It grossed over $212 million worldwide and famously influenced the creation of the PG-13 rating due to its mix of horror and comedy.
The sequel, Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990), made $41 million, but gained cult status for its surreal humor and self-referential tone.

The premise — a young man receives a cute creature called Mogwai with three rules: avoid bright light, keep it dry, and never feed it after midnight — became cultural canon. Breaking those rules unleashed the chaos of the gremlins, who turned small-town Christmas into a riot of mayhem.

What fans can expect from “Gremlins 3”

Warner Bros. has not disclosed the official plot, but early concept details suggest the film will introduce a new generation of characters while honoring the original mythology.
Potential storylines being discussed include:

• The descendants of Billy Peltzer encountering a rediscovered Mogwai.
• Gremlins adapting to modern technology, using smart devices to wreak havoc.
• A hybrid of CGI and animatronic puppetry to preserve the franchise’s tactile authenticity.

Rumors also hint at possible cameos from surviving original cast members and new characters inspired by Columbus’s signature blend of humor and heart.

Reigniting Spielberg’s magic in the streaming age

The revival of Gremlins aligns with Warner Bros. Discovery’s broader strategy to reintroduce beloved franchises to theatrical audiences amid the streaming boom. After Barbie (2023) and Wonka (2024), the studio is positioning Gremlins 3 as a holiday blockbuster with both family appeal and 1980s nostalgia.

“This isn’t just about reboots,” said an insider close to the production. “It’s about rediscovering the kind of storytelling that made audiences fall in love with the movies in the first place.”

A film poised for 2027’s big screen revival

With Chris Columbus directing, Steven Spielberg producing, and Warner Bros. betting on practical magic over digital excess, Gremlins 3 could become one of the most talked-about releases of 2027. Fans expect a return to that mischievous mix of chaos, charm, and creature comedy that made the franchise a timeless classic. The Mogwai are back — older, wilder, and ready to conquer a new generation of moviegoers.

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