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‘Smile 3’ Taps ‘Hellraiser’ Director David Bruckner Amid Parker Finn’s Absence

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 Finn is busy directing Paramount’s Possession remake.

✦ Extractive summary — built from the sources' own reporting•From 2 sources•1 min read•Updated October 29, 2026, 12:22 AM UTC
Key points
  • Paramount has hired David Bruckner to direct and Nick Antosca to write the screenplay.
  • Put on a happy face, because “Smile 3” is officially in the works.

Paramount is giving horror fans something to smile about with a third installment in Parker Finn’s Smile franchise.

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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