Parker Finn‘s successful horror flick, “Smile,” is set to receive a follow-up with the upcoming release of “Smile 2,” as reported by Deadline. Lukas Gage, known for his role in “The White Lotus,” will be joining Naomi Scott from “Power Rangers” in the cast.

Scheduled for a theatrical release on October 18, 2024, “Smile 2” continues the story that captured audiences’ attention in the original film. Following the tremendous success of “Smile” at the box office, Parker Finn inked a lucrative multi-year, first-look deal with Paramount Pictures, with a sequel to the spine-chilling hit being the top priority.

Paramount CEO Brian Robbins expressed his excitement about having Parker as part of the Paramount family, attributing the breakthrough success of “Smile” to Parker’s distinct and innovative filmmaking style.

Paramount’s Michael Ireland and Daria Cercek also shared their enthusiasm for continuing the partnership, highlighting Parker’s knack for keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.

As anticipation builds for “Smile 2,” the success of the first film, which raked in an impressive $217 million globally in 2022, practically guarantees the eagerness for the sequel’s arrival.

Parker Finn takes the reins once more, handling both writing and directing duties for this year’s highly anticipated sequel. Stay tuned for more updates on “Smile 2” as they unfold, promising more thrills and chills for audiences.