The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania' Set for Theatrical Debut in Fall 2027
WHO:
Coming Soon - The film features Adam Sandler and Selena Gomez, who are part of the franchise since its inception in 2012.
Variety - Jennifer Kluska and Alan Hawkins are set to direct the film, with Lawrence Jonas producing.
Deadline - Sony Pictures Animation and Amazon MGM Studios are involved in the production of the film.
WHAT:
Coming Soon - The first "Hotel Transylvania" film was a massive commercial success, leading to the development of its sequels.
Variety - Sony Pictures will distribute the film in North America, while Amazon MGM Studios will oversee international distribution.
NO_NEW_FACTS
Deadline - The film is titled "The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania" and is the fifth installment in the Hotel Transylvania series.
Deadline - The theatrical release is set for October 8, 2027.
WHERE:
Deadline - The film is produced by Sony Pictures Animation, based in Culver City, California.
WHEN:
Deadline - The film is scheduled for theatrical release on October 8, 2027.
WHY:
Deadline - The film continues the Hotel Transylvania franchise, which began as a Sony property.
HOW:
Coming Soon - In January 2026, Keegan-Michael Key joined the cast for the upcoming film.
Deadline - The collaboration between Sony Animation and Amazon MGM Studios marks a return to the series after the fourth movie was licensed during the COVID-19 pandemic when theaters were closed.
(UPDATED July 14, 2026 06:44 UTC)
The beloved "Hotel Transylvania" franchise is set to welcome back Adam Sandler and Selena Gomez, who have been part of the series since it began in 2012. The original film was a huge hit, paving the way for several successful sequels. In an exciting addition, Keegan-Michael Key will join the cast for the upcoming film, which is scheduled to be released on January 14, 2027.
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(UPDATED July 13, 2026 23:15 UTC)
Jennifer Kluska and Alan Hawkins are set to direct an upcoming film, with Lawrence Jonas taking on the role of producer. Sony Pictures will handle distribution in North America, while Amazon MGM Studios will manage international distribution. This collaboration promises to bring an exciting new project to audiences around the world.
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(UPDATED July 13, 2026 22:17 UTC)
The upcoming film titled "The Haunting of Hotel Transylvania" marks the fifth installment in the beloved Hotel Transylvania series, produced by Sony Pictures Animation in collaboration with Amazon MGM Studios. This new addition to the franchise is set for theatrical release on October 8, 2027, continuing the story that began as a Sony property. Notably, this partnership represents a return to the series after the fourth movie was licensed during the pandemic when theaters were closed.