“Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark 2” Halts Progress: What You Need to Know

Key Takeaways:
– The sequel to the hit film “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” has hit a snag and is not progressing as planned.
– Writers and producers Dan Hageman and Kevin Hageman have confirmed the concerning update.
– The combo of director André Øvredal and producer Guillermo del Toro remains unchanged since the first film.
– Pandemic, other projects, and Hollywood strikes have slowed down the sequel.

So, there's some news we need to share about “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark 2”. Sounds exciting, right? If you're a fan of the first film, brace yourself, because the news isn't as sunshine-y as we'd like it to be.

The Arc of the Sequel's Journey So Far

Let's start with the backstory. “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark” is based on Alvin Schwartz's book series. It's a spooky movie that a lot of us loved, thanks to director André Øvredal and producer Guillermo del Toro. Fans have already waited over four years for a sequel, and while the creators confirmed it was happening, it seems we've hit a bit of a speed bump.

Here's the lowdown: the sequel has taken a pause. It's not progressing as fast as we want, and the reasons are many. Be it the great slowdown of 2020 (you know, that thing called COVID-19), the making of Øvredal's Dracula movie “The Last Voyage of the Demeter”, or Hollywood strikes, it's safe to say the film's journey into our cinemas has been, well… tripped up.

What the Movie Makers Have to Say

The duo behind the written words, Dan Hageman and Kevin Hageman, have shared their struggles to Collider. They've shed light on how things have come to a standstill. To quote Kevin Hageman “It's stalled right now. We actually don't know..” – not the most hopeful update, is it?

We must remember that these guys aren't just the writers for the film. They also produce it, in collaboration with del Toro, so if they're in the dark, then it means one thing: the sequel isn't stirring much at the moment.

A Glimmer of Hope?

But let's not get all gloomy. The first movie was a smashing success, remember? It cost $25 million to make and earned a whopping $106 million worldwide! Then there's the fact that eOne, which financed the first film along with CBS Films, has joined hands with Paramount Pictures for the sequel. So, there's definitely a strong desire to repeat – or even outdo – the success of the first movie.

The Story So Far

As for what we can expect from the sequel, mum's the word. The film will continue to draw from Schwartz's books, that much is confirmed. And let's not forget about the creepy Bellows family, especially Sarah, the young girl who turned her fears into scary stories. Her tales caused quite a stir in the small town of Mill Valley, and audiences worldwide. Are you excited to see what happens next? We sure are!

Let's Wrap It Up!

And that's the scoop on the long-awaited sequel to “Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark”. It may be moving slower than a tortoise right now, but keep your hopes up as things might change in a heartbeat. Cinema, just like life, is pretty unpredictable, wouldn't you say? Remember to drop your thoughts in the comments about how anxious, or patient, you are to watch the sequel!