Production of 'They Follow' Set to Begin This Summer

The sequel to the acclaimed horror film *It Follows*, titled *They Follow*, is finally set to begin filming this summer. Announced in 2023, the project reunites director David Robert Mitchell with lead actress Maika Monroe, who portrayed Jay Height in the original film. The production faced delays due to scheduling conflicts, but Monroe confirmed during a panel at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival that filming is now imminent.

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*They Follow* continues the story of Jay Height, who was introduced in *It Follows* as a young woman cursed by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter. The original film's unique premise involved the curse being passed through sexual contact, with the entity stalking its victims in various forms. Monroe has hinted that the sequel will explore new dimensions of the curse, stating, “It’s not at all what I expected, where you would find Jay, which I thought was really interesting.”

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Maika Monroe expressed her excitement about revisiting her character, stating, “It’s been very cool to see… this character that’s so important to me… see where she is ten years later.” She also noted that the sequel may surprise audiences, suggesting that it diverges from expectations set by the original film.

‘They Follow’: Maika Monroe Says ‘It Follows’ Sequel (Finally) Filming This Summer

While there has been significant anticipation for *They Follow*, some fans have expressed skepticism regarding the long wait for a sequel and the lack of updates over the years. Concerns have been raised about whether the film can live up to the original's acclaim, which achieved a 95% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and grossed over $23 million against a modest budget.

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As filming is set to commence this summer, further details regarding the plot and additional cast members remain undisclosed. The production team has yet to announce a formal release date, leaving fans eager for more information as the project progresses.

‘They Follow’: Maika Monroe Says ‘It Follows’ Sequel (Finally) Filming This Summer

• “I did this tiny little movie called It Follows at the very beginning of my career, and we're filming the sequel this summer,” — Maika Monroe, Actress

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• “It is not. I think it'll [surprise people].” — Maika Monroe, Actress

It Follows Sequel, They Follow, Gets Exciting Filming Update

The anticipation surrounding *They Follow* reflects the lasting impact of *It Follows*, which has maintained a strong cult following since its release in 2014. As production begins, fans are hopeful that the sequel will capture the same innovative spirit that made the original a modern horror classic.

It Follows Sequel, They Follow, Gets Exciting Filming Update