The Angry Birds Movie 3 Set for Theatrical Release in 2027
Paramount Pictures has announced that The Angry Birds Movie 3 will hit theaters on January 29, 2027, marking an exciting new chapter in the beloved animated film franchise based on the popular video game.
Stellar Voice Cast Returns and New Additions
The upcoming film will see familiar voices returning, with Jason Sudeikis (Red), Josh Gad (Chuck), Rachel Bloom (Silver), and Danny McBride (Bomb) reprising their iconic roles. Audiences can also look forward to the fresh talent joining the cast, including Emma Myers, Keke Palmer, and Tim Robinson, alongside other notable actors such as Marcello Hernandez, Walker Scobell, and Maitreyi Ramakrishnan.
A Collaborative Production Effort
The film is being produced by Rovio Entertainment and Sega, alongside their partners at Prime Focus Studios, Flywheel Media, One Cool Group, and dentsu. Paramount Pictures will handle the global distribution.
Previous Installments and Franchise Success
The first two Angry Birds films were distributed by Sony Pictures, generating remarkable box office numbers. The original The Angry Birds Movie, released in 2016, amassed a staggering $352 million worldwide, while its 2019 sequel earned $147.8 million. Together, the franchise has surpassed $500 million in total global earnings and has enjoyed substantial streaming success, underlining the demand for another cinematic adventure.
Statements from the Leadership
“We’re very excited to be partnering with Paramount Pictures and extremely proud of our incredible cast,” said producer John Cohen. “Not only do we have Jason, Josh, Rachel, and Danny returning to voice their fantastic characters, but they’re surrounded by an all-star ensemble of comedic talent. These are some of the funniest people out there today, and we’re so thrilled to have them all on board.”
Marc Weinstock, President of Worldwide Marketing & Distribution at Paramount, echoed this sentiment:
“Angry Birds transcends mediums and has been embraced and celebrated the world over. We couldn’t be happier to be partnering with Sega/Rovio and these other great partners to bring this latest installment, featuring an incredible voice cast, to big screens everywhere.”
Creative Team Behind the Sequel
Returning to direct The Angry Birds Movie 3 is John Rice, who previously directed the first film. The screenplay is penned by Thurop Van Orman, who helmed the sequel. The production team includes John Cohen, Dan Chuba, and Carla Connor.
Musical score will again be composed by Heitor Pereira, known for his work on Despicable Me and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish. The animation and art design will be executed by DNEG Animation, with Jeanie Chang as the production designer and Francesca Natale as the character designer. Vadim Bazhanov will lead the story development, while editing will be managed by Sarah K. Reimers.
Future Prospects
“We’re thrilled to announce that our first theatrical distribution partnership is with Paramount Pictures,” expressed Don McGregor, Founder and CEO of Flywheel Media. “As a film production company focused on bringing the best family movies to global audiences, we couldn’t have a better start than The Angry Birds Movie 3.”
Alex Pelletier-Normand, CEO of Rovio Entertainment, added,
“The Angry Birds brand has demonstrated remarkable versatility, evolving from a global mobile gaming phenomenon to licensed products, animation, and a thriving cinematic franchise. It has been a deeply collaborative effort to create a film that will resonate with the millions who interact with our catalog of games and products every day. We are confident that with this talented team at the helm, The Angry Birds Movie 3 will delight longtime fans and create new fans in those discovering our flock for the first time.”
As anticipation grows for this animated comedy, fans can expect an exciting blend of returning and new talent, promising memorable moments and laughter for audiences of all ages.
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