There seems to be a feathery good reason to celebrate as a new installment in the wildly popular Angry Birds movie franchise is officially in production! Yes, we will definitely see the return of our favorite feathered heroes, Red (voiced again by Jason Sudeikis) and Chuck (voiced again by Josh Gad), as they embark on a whole new adventure in The Angry Birds Movie 3. The film will be directed by John Rice (Angry Birds, Beavis and Butt-Head Do The Universe) and written by Thurop Van Orman (Angry Birds 2, Adventure Time, Flapjack).
SEGA, Rovio and Prime Focus studios break the ice on Angry Birds 3
This exciting news comes from a collaborative effort between Rovio Entertainment, SEGA, and Prime Focus Studios,with DNEG Animation joining the party as the animation partner. The team boasts some impressive credentials: John Cohen (Despicable Me, The Garfield Movie, Angry Birds) and Dan Chuba (The Mitchells vs. the Machines) are on board as producers, alongside returning design team members Jeanie Chang and Francesca Natale.
The Angry Birds franchise is a global phenomenon. The first movie soared to the top spot in 50 countries upon release in 2016, grossing over $350 million worldwide. The mobile games have surpassed a staggering 5 billion downloads, proving the enduring popularity of these feisty birds.“The Angry Birds brand knows no bounds,” said Alexandre Pelletier-Normand, CEO at Rovio Entertainment. Fans can expect the new film to be a high-velocity adventure set in the wacky and colorful world they know and love.
The upcoming movie is part of a larger transmedia strategy by SEGA, aiming to expand the reach of their beloved intellectual properties. “We believe that The Angry Birds Movie 3 perfectly aligns with our strategy and presents a great opportunity for us to bring the charm of the Angry Birds brand to fans across the globe,” said Shuji Utsumi, President and COO at SEGA.
With a stellar team behind it and a built-in fanbase, The Angry Birds Movie 3 is sure to be a feathery good time for audiences of all ages. Stay tuned for more clucking news as the release date approaches!
