Ghoulies trilogy planned after director reclaims film rights
Director Luca Bercovici has reclaimed the domestic rights to the 1985 cult horror film Ghoulies and is moving forward with plans for a new trilogy. Production is slated to begin in 2027, pending the resolution of legal and financing challenges. Meanwhile, the horror genre sees additional developments, including the cancellation of Syfy’s Revival and the renewal of American Horror Story for its fourteenth season.
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Ghoulies trilogy in the works
Luca Bercovici, the director of the 1985 cult horror film Ghoulies, has reclaimed the domestic rights to the film after decades of legal complexity. According to Gizmodo, Bercovici is now planning a new trilogy, though financing remains contingent on resolving outstanding legal issues. Production is not expected to begin until 2027.
Horror projects in flux across film and TV
The horror genre is seeing simultaneous shifts in film and television. Syfy has canceled its series Revival after one season, while FX has renewed American Horror Story for a fourteenth season, as reported by Gizmodo.
Filming is currently underway in Winnipeg for Homesick, a new horror film directed by Todd Slavkin. The cast includes Mena Suvari, David Arquette, Belle Shouse, and Alberto Rosende.
What this means
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For founders and operators in the entertainment industry, these developments signal both opportunity and caution. The revival of Ghoulies demonstrates the enduring value of cult intellectual property, even decades after its original release. However, the delayed timeline—tied to legal and financing hurdles—underscores the complexity of reviving older properties, particularly when rights are fragmented.
The cancellation of Revival after a single season, paired with the renewal of American Horror Story, highlights the volatility of television production. Networks remain willing to invest in proven franchises but are quick to cut underperforming new series. For independent filmmakers, the production of Homesick in Winnipeg may offer a case study in leveraging regional incentives to offset costs, a strategy increasingly relevant as studios and streaming platforms tighten budgets.
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- Gizmodo · 2026-10-21
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