“Happy Death Day 3” is Officially Happening, Star Jessica Rothe Confirms at Special Screening Event

by Annika April 6, 2025

Happy Death Day fans, the wait is finally over! After months of uncertainty and speculation, it has been officially announced that the highly anticipated third installment of the horror-comedy franchise, ‘Happy Death Day 3’, is finally “moving forward”! The news was delivered by none other than franchise star Jessica Rothe at a special double feature screening of the first two films.

“Happy Death Day 3” is Officially Happening, Star Jessica Rothe Confirms at Special Screening Event

For weeks, fans have been eagerly awaiting any updates on the status of ‘Happy Death Day 3’. However, all previous reports had only added to the mystery surrounding the movie’s production. But at the American Cinematheque, Jessica Rothe and director Christopher Landon put all speculations to rest by confirming that the third movie is indeed in the works.

“The third movie is moving forward,” Rothe announced to the excited audience, who had gathered to enjoy a double feature screening of ‘Happy Death Day’ and ‘Happy Death Day 2U’. And with Landon by her side, the duo shared the exciting news about the future of the franchise.

The announcement of ‘Happy Death Day 3’ comes as a huge relief to fans who have been eagerly waiting for the next installment. The first two movies were met with critical and commercial success, with ‘Happy Death Day 2U’ grossing over $64 million worldwide. The franchise has developed a cult following, and fans have been vocal about their desire for a third movie.

The news also comes as a surprise, as just last week, there were reports of the movie being put on hold due to creative differences between the studio and Landon. However, it seems like those differences have been resolved, and the project is officially back on track.

The impact of this announcement on the horror-comedy genre cannot be ignored. The ‘Happy Death Day’ franchise has been praised for its unique blend of horror and comedy, and its success has paved the way for other similar films. With the third movie in the works, it is clear that the franchise will continue to entertain and delight audiences with its clever and entertaining take on the genre.

Moreover, the return of Jessica Rothe as the lead character, Tree Gelbman, is something fans have been eagerly waiting for. Rothe’s performance in the first two films was widely praised, and her chemistry with co-star Israel Broussard was a major highlight. It will be interesting to see where the story takes Tree in the third installment and how her character will evolve.