Overview
- Paramount, which picked up the new Longlegs project Tuesday, will back a film set in the franchise’s universe with Osgood Perkins writing and directing and Nicolas Cage returning to star and produce.
- Original distributor Neon stepped aside because the follow-up’s scope and budget exceeded its usual range, moving the property from indie release to a major-studio plan.
- The new film is not billed as a direct sequel, and all story details remain under wraps.
- Plot specifics, additional casting, a production timeline, and a release date have not been announced.
- The 2024 film earned about $128 million worldwide on a budget under $10 million, establishing valuable IP that fits Paramount’s broader strategy to grow horror franchises such as Scream, Smile, and a planned Paranormal Activity relaunch.