Unofficiallyannouncedback in September of last year beforeGoosebumpshit theaters, it has now been confirmed by Sony Pictures thatGoosebumps 2is moving forward. There is no start date or release date in place yet. Nor has the story been revealed for this follow-up.
Jack Black, who played real-life authorR.L. Steinin the firstGoosebumpsmovie, is expected to return for this next spooky adventure. He has not officially signed on at the moment.EWhas confirmed that original directorRob Lettermanis in talks to return. As is his original writerDarren Lemke.
GoosebumpsproducersDeborah ForteandNeal H. Moritzare also set to return. The first chapter in this horror-comedy hybrid took in $80 million domestic and $76.6 million overseas for a worldwidebox office totalof $156.6 million off of a $58 million budget. The movie also fared well with critics, and currently has a 77% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
Rob Lettermangot his start in animation, making his directorial debut with DreamWorks AnimationsShark Tale, followed by the studio’sMonsters Vs. Aliens. His first live-action movie was a remake ofGulliver’s Travels, which also starredJack Black. WriterDarren Lemkealso has a background in animation, writing the 4th movie in theShrekfranchise titledShrek Forever After. He also penned the screenplay for the animated snail racing comedyTurbo. His first foray into live-action was the script forJack the Giant Slayer. He is also writing theShazam!script for DC Comics and Warner Bros.
In the firstGoosebumpsmovie, young Zach Cooper (Dylan Minnette) is upset about moving from the big city to a small town. But he finds a silver lining when he meets his beautiful neighbor Hannah (Odeya Rush). The teen is surprised to learn that Hannah’s mysterious father is R.L. Stine (Jack Black), the famous author of the best-sellingGoosebumpsbook series. When Zach accidentally unleashes the monsters from the fantastic tales, it’s up to Stine, his daughter and Cooper to return the beasts back to the books where they belong. It is not yet known at this time if other original cast members such asDylan MinnetteandOdeya Rushwill also be back.
