Sequel to 1408 reported to be in early development
John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson are said to return, with Mikael Håfström reportedly set to direct again.
A sequel to the 2007 horror film 1408 is reported to be in early development, according to CBR and movie scooper Daniel Richtman.
John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson are said to be returning to star in the sequel, and Mikael Håfström is reportedly set to direct. No plot details have been shared yet.
Håfstrøm directed the original film, which was released in the U.S. by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer on June 22, 2007, and starred Cusack and Jackson.
1408 is based on a short story by Stephen King, published in 1999. King reportedly first wrote the story's opening pages as an appendix example for his memoir On Writing.
The original film grossed US$20.6 million in its opening weekend and $133 million worldwide against a $25 million production budget, and currently holds an 80% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes from 176 reviews. It was released with multiple alternate endings across theatrical, DVD and streaming versions.
Quick answers
Is a sequel to 1408 happening?
A sequel is reported to be in early development, according to CBR and movie scooper Daniel Richtman.
Who is returning for the 1408 sequel?
John Cusack and Samuel L. Jackson are said to be returning, with Mikael Håfström reportedly set to direct.