'Orphan 3' in the Works, Isabelle Fuhrman to Return!

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The Orphan horror franchise is expanding! Orphan 3 has officially been green lit, with Isabelle Fuhrman returning to play her iconic role of Esther, via Variety.

Orphan: First Kill writer David Coggeshall and director William Brent Bell are also returning. Keep reading to find out more… The film was announced by production banner Dark Castle Entertainment, with Lionsgate set to launch the project at the American Film Market this week. “Dark Castle is excited to announce another terrifying chapter in the Orphan saga,” said Norman Golightly, Co-CEO of Dark Castle Entertainment, in a statement. “With the past success of the first two movies and another thrilling storyline, we are confident that Orphan 3 will be a must-see movie for both current fans of the franchise, and new fans alike.” The Orphan franchise has grossed a combined $125 million worldwide to date.

The first film was released in 2009, and followed a husband and wife who in the wake of losing their baby, adopt a nine-year-old- girl who is not nearly as innocent as she claims to be.

The second film, the 2022 prequel Orphan: First Kill, followed Leena as she escapes an Estonian psychiatric facility by pretending to be the missing daughter of a wealthy family.