AceShowbiz - Chucky creator Don Mancini has revealed plans for a new movie in the iconic horror franchise, continuing the story after the recent television series was canceled.

Speaking at Pennsylvania’s Steel City Con, Mancini announced he is currently writing the next Chucky film. This upcoming movie will act as a direct sequel to both the 2017 film Cult of Chucky and the 2021-2024 Chucky TV series, which aired on Syfy before its cancellation nearly two years ago.

According to reports from Bloody Disgusting, Mancini plans to return in the director’s chair for this new installment, promising fans a continuation that stays true to the franchise’s roots. The news comes as a welcome update for followers of the series who were left disappointed by the TV show’s end.

Brad Dourif, who has famously voiced the titular character, remains an integral part of the franchise, though no new casting details have been released. The Chucky series was canceled by Syfy and USA Network after three seasons amid a shift in NBCUniversal’s cable scripted content strategy.

Despite the cancellation, Mancini expressed gratitude for the opportunity to tell the story through multiple formats and remains dedicated to expanding the Chucky universe with this upcoming film.