‘Paranormal Activity’ Spin-Off May Be Moved To January 2014
UPDATE: In fact, it’s the Latino Paranormal Activity spin-off that has been moved. The original article follows as is.
Over the past four years, Paramount Pictures has released aParanormal Activityfilm each October, creating a new Halloween tradition. This year the plan was to do the same withParanormal Activity 5, which is currently scheduled for releaseon October 25. However, it’s now July and with just over three months until that date, we have yet to hear a peep about the film. No director, stars, nothing. Though the film has reportedly been shot, it seems Paramount is not going to rush the release. They’re now likely to release the movie in January.
The Wrapis reporting the likely move, citing multiple sources close to the project. A Paramount representative had no comment.
According to The Wrap, the film has already had a few test screenings and done well. However, sinceParanormal Activity 4was the lowest grossing entry yet, it seems they want to make sure they don’t ruin a potential franchise simply because of a release date.
The original rumorin regards to the nextParanormal Activitywas there would be a fifth film, likely continuing the story of Katie (Katie Featherson) from the previous four movies, and possibly even a Latino based spin-off, which was teased at the end of the credits ofParanormal Activity 4. Whether or not there will still be two films, or if the ideas have been merged, is unknown. Producer Oren Pelirefused to comment on eitherearlier this year.
So, unless you hear otherwise, don’t expect to see a newParanormal Activitymovie this Halloween.
Are you worried aboutParanormal Activity 5? Do you think early January is still a good time to release it?
