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The Five Nights at Freddy’s Franchise Set to Scare Again: Josh Hutcherson Teases the Sequel

Josh Hutcherson, the star of the first Five Nights at Freddy’s movie, gave fans a thrilling update about the upcoming sequel. Talking to Esquire, Hutcherson revealed that the new film is "much bigger" and "scarier" than its predecessor. The movie’s success paved the way for a potential franchise, and Hutcherson is excited to explore more of the Freddy universe.

Bigger and Scarier than the First Movie

In the interview, Hutcherson mentioned that the sequel has "higher stakes" and hinted at the addition of more and different animatronics. The star emphasized the importance of striking a balance between building the world and keeping the characters grounded, stating, "We’re finding the balance right now of building this world and expanding it in a really cool way, but also making sure the characters stay really grounded." Hutcherson also expressed enthusiasm for working in the Freddy-centric world, saying, "The possibilities with my character, Mike, are endless."

A Third Movie? We’ll Just Have to Wait and See

While Hutcherson hasn’t ruled out the possibility of a third movie, he is currently focused on the second installment. In an ominous tease, the star stated, "This could have a very potentially long run, and it could be a lot of fun, but at this point, we’re focusing on the second movie. We’ll see what comes after that."

The Journey So Far

Universal Pictures and Blumhouse Productions announced the sequel in April, following the success of the first movie. Released in [insert year], Five Nights at Freddy’s made a big splash, securing the second-largest debut for a video game adaptation in the US.

Holding onto the Thrills

Fans can expect plenty of excitement and scares when the sequel hits theaters. With its expanded world, new animatronics, and the return of iconic characters, the Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise shows no signs of slowing down. For now, enthusiasts will have to wait with bated breath for the next installment.