The Terrifier franchise may not fit the traditional mold of high-brow or elevated horror, and some might argue it doesn't compete with some of the best horror movies; its undeniable box office success cannot be ignored. Created by the visual effects artist turned director Damien Leone, the series stands out as a significant triumph in grassroots genre filmmaking. The second installment in the slasher series, known for introducing viewers to one of the best cinematic creepy clowns, was made on a modest budget of $250k but managed to rake in an impressive $11M domestically and an additional $4M internationally last year. As fans eagerly anticipate the next stomach-turning installment, Leone is spilling the guts on when the cameras will start rolling for Terrifier 3. Viewer discretion is advised. Get those barf bags at the ready!
Terrifier has become a horror cult phenomenon, reveling in unapologetic, over-the-top kills and sadistic excess. And Terrifier 2 had audiences losing their lunch in theaters. In an exclusive interview with Deadline, the creator revealed details about the upcoming Terrifier 3. With palpable excitement, Leone shared:
