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Director Confirms No Sequel for 'Lights Out'

3/31/2025

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Director David F. Sandberg has dashed hopes for a sequel to the chilling 2016 horror film Lights Out, declaring, “the moment has passed.” The original, which delved into the haunting fears of childhood and starred Gabriel Bateman, remains a standout. Sandberg now shifts his focus to his upcoming release, Until Dawn, set for April 25.

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Director David F. Sandberg has dashed hopes for a sequel to the chilling 2016 horror film Lights Out, declaring, “the moment has passed.” The original, which delved into the haunting fears of childhood and starred Gabriel Bateman, remains a standout. Sandberg now shifts his focus to his upcoming release, Until Dawn, set for April 25.