- Primary Subject: Gremlins 3
- Key Update: Gremlins 3 has officially delayed its theatrical release and released the first teaser.
- Status: Confirmed
- Last Verified: September 24, 2026
- Quick Answer: Warner Bros. delayed Gremlins 3 to October 6, 2028, but softened the wait by releasing a first teaser confirming Gizmo's return.
The highly anticipated Gremlins 3 has delayed its release to 2028 and unveiled a new teaser, giving fans a first glimpse of Gizmo's return.
After decades of attempts to make another Gremlins installment, Warner Bros. is finally moving forward with a third movie, with most of the creative team from the first two installments returning. Fans have been looking forward to seeing what they have in store for Gizmo's next adventure.
Gremlins 3 Delays Release: When Is It Coming Out?
Warner Bros. recently announced a new release date for Gremlins 3, delaying its arrival in theaters to 2028. It was previously set for a November 2027 release before the shift.
Not only that, but they also unveiled a short teaser to officially announce the project and gave a brief glimpse of Gizmo's return.
As a result of the delay, Gremlins 3 is now slated for release in theaters on October 6, 2028, just in time for the Halloween season. It's an 11-month delay from its original release date.
No specific reason is given for the delay, but it is likely because the filmmakers want more time to work on the project and possibly start filming next year.
Nevertheless, this is an exciting update for fans who have been looking forward to Gremlins 3, as it signals the film is finally happening, and the teaser suggests the studio is committed to releasing it by 2028.
What to Expect in Gremlins 3
So far, the plot and character details regarding Gremlins 3 are still under wraps. Chris Columbus, who wrote the original film, will be directing the third instalment and will serve as one of the producers.
Steven Spielberg is returning as executive producer after doing the same duty for the first two movies. Hannah Marks is writing the script from an original draft by Columbus, Zach Lipovsky, and Adam Stein.
The Jim Henson Company is reportedly working on new puppets for Gremlins 3, signaling that the gremlins will be done practically instead of with CGI.
Last year, original star Zach Galligan seemingly hinted at his potential return when he shared an update on the development of the project at that time.
"After 35 years, they’ve come up with a script. Warner Bros. is incredibly interested in doing it; apparently, it’s waiting on Mr. Spielberg to read it and approve it. But you can thank the success of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice," he said.
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