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Let’s face the facts. It’s been a rough few months for fans of the Child’s Playfranchise. The folks responsible for our pain and torment would be none other than Syfy and USA Network, who chose to can the film franchise’s spin-off series, Chucky, after an incredibly successful three-season run. It’s tough out there for those of us wondering what happened to Jake (Zackary Arthur), Lexy (Alyvia Alyn Lind), and Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson) following that wild Season 3 finale, and, while we won’t have any answers in the immediate future, Netflix is here to help ease the pain. Right now, the 2017 film, Cult of Chucky has sliced and diced its way onto the platform, giving Child’s Play fans a chance to take a walk down memory lane and dry the tears from their eyes — if only 90 minutes.

There’s something wayward about the town at the center of one of Netflix’s new series. Toni Collette stars in the new series, Wayward, coming to the streaming service soon, and while the logline doesn’t reveal much, there’s also a new clip. Read on for everything we know about the new thriller, from the premiere date to the cast and more. What is Wayward about? The series is described as “a thriller set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the “troubled teen industry” and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next.” When will Wayward premiere? So far, Netflix has only said that it will premiere in 2025. Stay tuned for an exact premiere date. Who’s in the Wayward cast? In addition to Collette, Wayward stars Mae Martin, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brandon Jay McLaren, and Patrick J. Adams.

After terrifying TV audiences for three seasons, Chucky was canceled by NBCUniversal-owned networks, Syfy and USA Network. The beloved series was a follow-up of the seven films that formed the iconic Child’s Play franchise.

It was a direct sequel to 2017’s Cult of Chucky. While some fans believed the show was declining in quality with each season, the ratings showed consistency.

A still poster of Chucky | Credits: Syfy

Don Mancini perfectly balanced scary and campy in the series that explored another evil plot involving the Good Guy Doll, Chucky, which possesses the soul of serial killer Charles Lee Ray. Brad Dourif, who voiced Chucky in the movies, returned to the series alongside Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Teo Briones, and Devon Sawa.

Why is Chucky getting canceled despite good ratings? Zackary Arthur’s Jake with Chucky in a still from Chucky Season 1 | Credits: Syfy

Syfy’s Chucky...

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Chucky and Child's Play franchise creator Don Mancini has shared a hopeful response about the future of the franchise following the recent Syfy show's cancellation. Chucky season 4 was confirmed not to be happening in September 2024, leaving the horror comedy series on a cliffhanger for its many established characters. However, Mancini previously expressed hope in continuing the show to some extent, given the series is still canon to the overarching franchise. At the time, though, it was unclear if this was going to happen.

Now, Mancini has shared a hopeful post about Chucky's future, stating that continuity has always been important to the franchise. Because of this, he said, the storyline for the series that was cut short at the end of Chucky season 3 will be resolved at some point in the franchise's future. Check out what Mancini had to say below:

The Chucky franchise has always prioritized story continuity, across different media,...

There's an evil spirit in the White House in the third season of the Chucky TV show on Syfy and USA Network. As we all know, the Nielsen ratings typically play a big role in determining whether a TV show like Chucky is cancelled or renewed for season four. Unfortunately, most of us do not live in Nielsen households. Because many viewers feel frustrated when their viewing habits and opinions aren't considered, we invite you to rate all of the third season episodes of Chucky here. *Status Update Below.

A Syfy and USA Network dark comedy and horror series, the Chucky TV show stars Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brad Dourif, Devon Sewa, Jennifer Tilly, and Lara Jean Chorostecki. In the story, an idyllic American town is thrown into chaos after a vintage "Good Guy" doll is purchased at a...

The Chucky and Child's Play franchise has been around for 35 years, and the current incarnation is a TV series that is simulcast on Syfy and USA Network. Episodes essentially get double the ratings by airing on two channels. Will the numbers be enough? Will Chucky be cancelled or renewed for season four? Stay tuned. *Status Update Below.

A dark comedy and horror series, the Chucky TV show stars Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brad Dourif, Devon Sewa, Jennifer Tilly, and Lara Jean Chorostecki. In the story, an idyllic American town is thrown into chaos after a vintage "Good Guy" doll is purchased at a suburban yard sale by teen Jake Wheeler (Arthur). It turns out to be Chucky (Dourif), a doll holding the soul of a deceased and vicious serial killer. Soon, everyone in the town must grapple with a series of horrifying...

Chucky stars Brad Dourif and Fiona Dourif have reacted to the show's "surprise" cancellation as they encourage the horor series to get saved at another network. Despite plans for Chucky season 4 having plenty of room to grow following the many wild events of season 3, USA Network and Syfy cancelled the series in September 2024. Despite positive reception from many who watched it week-to-week, the series simply wasn't garnering the views necessary to justify continuing its wild, horrifying story. However, that hasn't stopped hopes the show could continue elsewhere.

Now, Bloody Disgusting reports that, while speaking at a panel at Terror Con in Marlborough, Massachusetts, Brad Dourif (Chucky) and his daughter, Fiona Dourif (Nica Pierce), revealed their thoughts about Chucky getting cancelled. They acknowledged how swift and surprising the news was, with Fiona believing the show's streaming numbers on Peacock could get it brought back to life on another network. Brad teased...

The dreaded doll won't be back for more murder and mayhem in the immediate future. The Chucky series has been cancelled, so there won't be a fourth season on Syfy and USA Network. The third season, which had eight episodes, finished airing on May 1st.

A dark comedy and horror series, the Chucky TV show stars Zackary Arthur, Björgvin Arnarson, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brad Dourif, Devon Sewa, Jennifer Tilly, and Lara Jean Chorostecki. In the story, an idyllic American town is thrown into chaos after a vintage "Good Guy" doll is purchased at a suburban yard sale by teen Jake Wheeler (Arthur). It turns out to be Chucky (Dourif), a doll holding the soul of a deceased and vicious serial killer. Soon, everyone in the town must grapple with a series of horrifying murders that begin to expose the town's deep hypocrisies and...

Following the shock news that the SyFy and USA Network Chuckyseries has been canceled and will not return for a Season 4, star Fiona Dourif has now offered hope to fans that the killer doll will be resurrected once again in the future. During a recent appearance at Terror Con (via luischaveztv), Dourif, who starred in the series as Nica Pierce and played her father Brad Dourifs role of Charles Lee Ray in flashbacks, revealed that Chucky creator Don Mancini now plans to take the series to other networks with the hopes of continuing the horror saga.

I have been on the phone Don [Mancini]...so it was a surprise that we got canceled, it was released last night. And at this point, what we're hoping to do, and what should be done, it would be normal for a show as successful as Chucky has been, because the ratings were solidly good and reviewed extremely well.

As the stars of Chucky mourn the Syfy show’s death, they have faith in Damballa that the horror franchise will soon be resurrected.

Following Friday’s news that the Child’s Play spin-off series will end after three seasons, creator Don Mancini continued to tease the killer doll’s onscreen future amid a #RenewChucky fan campaign as he and the show’s stars reacted to its cancelation.

“He’LL Be Back,” wrote Mancini on X, sharing Deadline’s previous report. “I have so much love for our amazing fans. Your #RenewChucky campaign meant the world to me during a very difficult time. Chucky says to tell all of you, quoting himself: ‘See ya real soon.'”

Jennifer Tilly, who reprised her role from the films as Tiffany Valentine (and herself) for the series, also shared her reaction on the platform. “So sad to announce that after three wonderful seasons the...

Chucky has been terrorizing audiences for over three and a half decades, but it seems his run has finally come to an end. The television series, based on the iconic Child’s Play franchise, followed seven films and served as a sequel to the 2017 movie Cult of Chucky. After airing three seasons on both Syfy and USA Network, the Chucky series has been canceled.

A still poster of Chucky | Credits: Syfy

This cancellation didn’t surprise many fans, as the show’s decline in quality became apparent during the second and third seasons. While Don Mancini’s series successfully balanced the ‘scary’ and ‘campy’ in its first season, the second and third seasons faced criticism for steering away from its horror roots.

Chucky‘s Cancellation Is Not Surprising Considering Its Glaring Mistakes In Later Seasons Zackary Arthur as Jake Wheeler in Chucky | Credits: Syfy

There will be no Season 4 for Syfy...

After three acclaimed seasons on both networks, Chucky will not be returning to the USA Network or Syfy for season 4. Created and showrun by Don Mancini, the TV show served as a continuation of his Child's Play horror movie franchise, following the titular killer doll as he attempts to manipulate Zackary Arthur's Jake into becoming a killer himself. Also featuring the returns of Fiona Dourif as Nica, Jennifer Tilly as Tiffany, Christine Elise as Kyle, Alex Vincent as Andy Barclay and Billy Boyd as G.G., the show garnered rave reviews across all three seasons and was a consistent ratings hit for USA and Syfy.

Nearly five months after the previous season came to a close, Variety has brought word that Chucky has been cancelled by USA and Syfy after three seasons. Some sources report that there were conversations with creator Don Mancini and studio, Universal Content Productions, for...

Chucky won’t be returning for a fourth season, The Hollywood Reporter has learned.

Syfy and USA Network’s horror-comedy series based on the terrifying killer doll aired season three, part two, in May 2024 after the first part premiered in October 2023.

“I’m heartbroken over the news that ‘Chucky’ won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have,” creator Don Mancini shared in a statement. “I’d like to thank UCP/Syfy/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart. Chucky will return! He Always comes back.”

Chucky follows the infamous doll that turns up at a suburban yard sale, throwing an idyllic American town into chaos as a series of...

This Friday brings the saddest of news to “Chucky” fans. Variety reports that the series has been canceled.

The horror comedy series aired on both USA Network and Syfy. According to Variety’s sources, “There had been discussions of bringing the show back for an abbreviated final season or even a wrap-up film, but ultimately to no avail.”

“I’m heartbroken over the news that ‘Chucky‘ won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have,“ series creator Don Mancini said in a statement. “I’d like to thank UCP/Syfy/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart. Chucky will return! He Always come back.”

“Chucky“ Season 3 recently sliced its onto...

Every doll has its day, and it looks like Chucky has had his with news that the popular TV series based on the Childs Play franchise has been canceled after three seasons. The final episodes aired in May 2024, and since then there has been little word on whether fans would get to see the little bundle of murder and mayhem return for a fourth season. Now, creator Don Mancini has revealed the fate of the show in a regretful statement. He said:

Im heartbroken over the news that Chucky wont be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have. Id like to thank UCP/Syfy/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chuckys cold heart. Chucky will return!

Chucky’s murderous days are over — at least for now. The series, based on the classic horror movie franchise, will not return for a fourth season on Syfy and USA Network. The news comes four months after Part 2 of Chucky‘s third season aired its finale on both NBCUniversal cable networks.

Series creator/executive producer Don Mancini had been looking to carry on. He revealed in April that he had pitched a fourth season, saying at the time that “it’s something I really like to do.” His enthusiasm helped spring the #RenewChucky fan campaign, which has been rallying support for Season 4.

Needless to say, today’s outcome is not what he had hoped for, but Mancini, who also created and wrote movie franchise, remained graceful in his reaction, vowing that this is not Chucky’s last spree.

“I’m heartbroken over the news that Chucky won’t be coming...

Chucky‘s murder spree has officially come to an end: Syfy has cancelled Don Mancini’s killer doll show after three seasons, TVLine has learned.

“I’m heartbroken over the news that Chucky won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have,” series creator/executive producer Mancini said in a statement. “I’d like to thank UCP/Syfy/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart.

“Chucky” has been canceled after three seasons, Variety has learned.

The horror comedy series aired on both USA Network and Syfy. Season 3 aired in two parts — the first in October 2023 and the second between April and May 2024. According to sources, there had been discussions of bringing the show back for an abbreviated final season or even a wrap up film, but ultimately to no avail.

“I’m heartbroken over the news that ‘Chucky’ won’t be coming back for a fourth season, but am so grateful for the killer three years we did have,” series creator Don Mancini said in a statement. “I’d like to thank UCP/Syfy/Peacock/Eat the Cat, our awesome cast and Toronto-based crew (the best in the business), and finally, to our amazing fans, a big bloody hug. Your incredible #RenewChucky campaign really warmed Chucky’s cold heart. Chucky will return! He Always come back.

Filming has begun in Toronto on Wayward, Mae Martin's new limited thriller series. Eight episodes are being produced for the Netflix drama. Mae previously created and starred in Feel Good, a romantic comedy series based on her life.

Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brandon Jay McLaren, Patrick J. Adams, Joshua Close, and Patrick Gallagher star in the limited series, which Netflix revealed in June.

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Netflix revealed first images of mystery thriller Wayward. The includes Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Patrick J. Adams. Martin is primarily known for their comedy work, making Wayward an interesting genre move.

The first images have been revealed from the Netflix series Wayward. Wayward is an upcoming thriller set in a rural town where something more sinister is lurking, as the show looks at the "troubled teen industry" and its problems. Wayward features a leading cast including Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brandon Jay McLaren, Patrick J. Adams, Joshua Close, and Patrick Gallagher.

Now, Netflix has revealed the first images for Wayward. The first image revealed Collette standing next to co-stars Martin and Gadon, with all three actors smiling at the camera. They stand in front of a bucolic-looking background including trees and greenery. The second image also shows a trio, including Adams,...

Netflix has announced that the thriller series Wayward has started filming in the Toronto area – and along with the start of production comes the unveiling of a couple pictures that show cast members on set! Those images can be seen in this article.

Toni Collette (The Sixth Sense), Mae Martin (The Flight Attendant), Sarah Gadon (Dracula Untold), Sydney Topliffe (Davey & Jonesie’s Locker), Alyvia Alyn Lind (Chucky), Brandon Jay McLaren (Tucker and Dale vs Evil), Patrick J. Adams (Suits), Joshua Close (The Unusuals), and Patrick Gallagher (Big Sky) star in Wayward, a thriller set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the “troubled teen industry” and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next.

Cast member Mae Martin is also the creator of the show and serves as co-showrunner with Ryan Scott. Martin and Scott are executive producing the series with Hannah Mackay, as...

Today, Netflix announced the start of production of Wayward, a limited series by co-showrunners Mae Martin and Ryan Scott, in the Toronto area. Euros Lyn has joined the production as executive producer and director of four episodes.

The cast includes Mae Martin, Toni Collette, Sarah Gadon, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Brandon Jay McLaren, Patrick J. Adams, Joshua Close, and Patrick Gallagher.

Wayward is a thriller set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the “troubled teen industry” and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next.

Martin is looking forward to introducing viewers to the Wayward series. “We are deep in the bizarre world of Wayward, and I am so excited to show everyone what we’ve been making — what a cast!” they told Tudum. “I hope this show ignites the rebellious teenagers that exist in all of us. And, most importantly, let...

Jennifer Tilly clarifies Chucky season 4's status on social media. Chucky season 4 is still pending, and it hasn't been renewed or cancelled. Chucky season 3 ended with a cliffhanger, leaving the main characters in peril.

Chucky season 4 gets a candid update from Child's Play franchise star Jennifer Tilly, who plays Tiffany Valentine. Even though season 3 concluded back in May, with the main protagonists left in peril, there has been no announcement as to whether Chucky has been renewed for season 4. Airing on both Syfy and the USA Network, as both are owned by NBCUniversal, Chucky is one of the relatively few scripted shows still a part of the channels' schedules.

Recently, Tilly offered a candid update on the status of Chucky season 4 via social media.

Attention #Chucky fans: We appreciate your ongoing commitment to the #RenewChucky hashtag. Chucky has not been canceled, nor has it been renewed. We are just as...

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While we continue waiting to find out if Don Mancini’s “Chucky” gets renewed for a fourth season – at this time, it hasn’t been cancelled or renewed – Season 3 is headed to Blu-ray.

“Chucky” Season 3 slices onto Blu-ray on August 13, 2024.

The physical media release will include never-before-seen Deleted Scenes.

“Chucky is back with a vengeance in Season Three of the hit series from franchise creator Don Mancini. This time, the infamous killer doll (voiced by Brad Dourif) has managed to find his way inside the White House as the new favorite toy of the president’s young son.

“With Chucky threatening to wreak havoc in America’s highest office, Jake (Zackary Arthur), Devon (Björgvin Arnarson) and Lexy (Alyvia Alyn Lind) travel to the nation’s capital and find a way inside the world’s most secure house to thwart Chucky again before it’s too late.”

“Chucky” Season 3 also brought...

Chucky season 3 aired its finale at the start of May, and while we still don’t know whether or not there’s going to be a Chucky season 4 (even though series creator Don Mancini has already pitched the idea to the network and Chucky himself requested viewer support), we do know when Chucky season 3 is going to be available to own on Blu-ray. The Blu-ray release date is August 13th, and copies are available for pre-order on Amazon! Deleted scenes are the only special feature.

A follow-up to all of the Child’s Play movies (remake excluded), Chucky picks up where Cult of Chucky left off. Don Mancini, who has written every film in the franchise (except that remake) and directed a few of them, developed Chucky with producer David Kirschner. Mancini and Kirschner are executive producing Chucky with Harley Peyton, Alex Hedlund, and Nick Antosca. The first season had Chucky terrorizing Hackensack,...

Toni Collette has joined the cast of comedian and screenwriter Mae Martin’s Netflix thriller series, Wayward.

Mae Martin began performing stand up comedy at 11 years old, and since then they have become a regular on the circuit. Their first stand-up special Sap was released on Netflix last year, and they also appeared as a contestant on series 15 of Taskmaster, winning the series.

In 2020, Martin starred alongside Charlotte Ritchie in the sweet comedy drama Feel Good, which they also wrote with Joe Hampson. The autobiographical show followed stand up comedian Mae as she tentatively began a relationship with Ritchie’s character George, whilst dealing with trauma from her past. Both series are available to watch on Channel 4.

Martin’s next series is Netflix thriller Wayward, which they created, will executive produce and act as co-showrunner with Ryan Scott.

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Wayward is “a thriller set...

Now this is a perfect serve: Challengers, the tennis drama starring Zendaya, will begin streaming on MGM+ on Monday, July 29, TVLine hears.

Directed by Luca Guadagnino, the film follows Tashi (Zendaya), a no-nonsense tennis player-turned-coach who makes her husband Art (Mike Faist) play in a challengers event to jolt him out of a recent losing streak. Tensions rise when he faces off against Patrick (Josh O’Connor), Tashi’s ex-boyfriend and his former best friend.

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Toni Collette has joined the cast of the upcoming Netflix limited series “Wayward,” Variety has learned.

Collette will appear in the series alongside Mae Martin as well as Sarah Gadon, Brandon Jay McLaren, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Patrick J. Adams, Patrick Gallagher and Josh Close. The series is described as a thriller “set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the ‘troubled teen industry’ and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next,” per the official description.

Exact character details are being kept under wraps, but Collette will play the character Leanne in “Wayward.”

Collette is a highly-regarded and celebrated actress. She is a five-time Emmy Award nominee, winning the award for best actress in a comedy series for the Showtime show “United States of Tara.” She also won a Golden Globe for that show in 2010. Her other TV roles include the Netflix series “Unbelievable,...

Exclusive: Toni Collette is set as a series regular in the upcoming Netflix Canada limited series Wayward (fka Tall Pines). She is joining a cast led by Mae Martin, the series’ creator, executive producer and co-showrunner, which also includes fellow series regulars Sarah Gadon, Brandon Jay McLaren, Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind as well as recurring guest stars Patrick J. Adams, Patrick Gallagher and Josh Close.

The eight-episode Wayward is a thriller set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the “troubled teen industry” and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next.

Collette will play Leanne, the headmistress at Tall Pines.

Martin serves as co-showrunner with Ryan Scott, who also is an executive producer. Ben Farrell executive produces through his Objective Fiction, along with Hannah Mackay, Jennifer Kawaja and Bruno Dubé. Sphere Media is producing.

This marks a return to Netflix for...

Five new faces have joined the cast of Netflix's Wayward. The upcoming limited series, formerly titled Tall Pines, will feature Patrick Adams, Sydney Topliffe, Alyvia Alyn Lind, Patrick Gallagher, and Josh Close.

Topliffe and Lind will have series regular roles, while Lind, Gallagher, and Close will be recurring guest stars. The new additions join the previously cast Sarah Gadon and Brandon Jay McLaren. Creator Mae Martin also stars in the series and will write the episodes and serve as showrunner.

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Exclusive: Five more actors have joined the cast of the upcoming Netflix limited series Wayward (fka Tall Pines) led by Mae Martin, the series’ creator, executive producer and co-showrunner. Sydney Topliffe and Alyvia Alyn Lind have been tapped as series regulars and Patrick J. Adams, Patrick Gallagher and Josh Close as recurring guest stars on the show, one of the first commissions for Netflix Canada.

In addition to Martin, the quintet join previously cast series regulars Sarah Gadon and Brandon Jay McLaren.

The eight-episode Wayward is a thriller set in a bucolic but sinister town that explores the insidious underbelly of the “troubled teen industry” and the eternal struggle between one generation and the next.

Topliffe and Lind are playing best friends Abbie and Leila; Adams plays a high school counselor,...

Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire is a film that looks to accomplish many things. It is a sequel to Ghostbusters: Afterlife, while also bringing back the original Ghostbusters actors from the 1984 film in a more substantial role. It also introduces a whole host of new characters including big-name comedy stars like Paul Rudd or Kumail Nanjiani. Additionally, the film has also served as a franchise vehicle for some exciting young talent who will likely be the next big stars of their generation. Two big names in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire are Mckenna Grace and Emily Alyn Lind, who play Ghostbuster Phoebe Spengler and the new lead ghost character Melody, respectively.

Phoebe and Melody's friendship in the movie is one of the hearts of the movie, as it puts a Ghostbuster and the very creature their job is to eradicate on a new playing field. Many read a romantic subtext between the two characters,...

Stepping onto a Hollywood set as an up-and-coming performer is intimidating no matter what the project. But were guessing that it was especially nerve-wracking for Zackary Arthur, Alyvia Alyn Lind, and Bjorgvin Arnarson, the young cast of Syfy and USA Networks Chucky. Unlike other shows that center around a group of teenagers, Don Mancini actually cast three performers under the age of 20 for his series, and despite each of them having credits under their belt before their appearance on the film franchises foray into television, signing on was a monumental undertaking for the trio of actors. By the time the TV series got on its feet, the Childs Play series had already spawned seven films across three decades most coming out years before the young stars were born.

The following contains spoilers for Chucky season 3, episode 8

The Chucky season 3 finale featured a surprising turn of events for Tiffany. Jennifer Tilly expressed mixed feelings about Tiffany's fate in the last episode of season 3. Tilly shared that she is relieved about how things turned out for Tiffany, and is excited to see what Don Mancini has in store next.

Tiffany actor Jennifer Tilly addresses the character's shocking fate in the Chucky season 3 finale. The latest episode of SyFy and USAs small screen Childs Play franchise entry climaxed in dramatic fashion, as the titular killer doll's bride Tiffany finally left Jennifer Tilly, entering a new doll body created for her by dollmaker Wendell Wilkins (John Waters). Tiffanys return to doll form marked the end of a long-running series plotline, in which the actor Tilly was possessed by the character she voiced, and may have killed off the shows fictionalized version of Tilly for good.

Warning: Spoilers ahead for “Chucky” Season 3.

The “Chucky” Season 3 finale, “Final Destination,” picked up with Jake Wheeler (Zackary Arthur) venturing deep into the spirit realm for the sole purpose of finding where Chucky (Brad Dourif) may be hiding Lexy’s (Alyvia Alyn Lind) younger sister. As Lexy and Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson) guarded his body, Jake confronted the ghosts of his past, including many, many iterations of Chucky. That led to Jake falling straight into Chucky’s trap, with the serial killer using his counterparts to distract him while he hijacked Jake’s body.

Bloody Disgusting spoke with Arthur, Arnarson, and Lind about the season finale, where the trio discussed working with guest star John Waters and reflected on their favorite moments from the series so far.

Finding sister Caroline (Carina Battrick) has been Lexy’s primary goal this season, and her relentless pursuit has put her on the offense when it comes to Chucky.

What a whirlwind. “Chucky” Season 3 let the killer doll loose in the White House, where he unleashed multiple bloodbaths, temporarily gained control of the nuclear weapons, and even faced his greatest fear, death, along with the wrath of Damballa. The season finale, appropriately titled “Final Destination,” has a lot of ground to cover, yet Chucky (Brad Dourif) is still running amok in the spirit realm while Tiffany (Jennifer Tilly) hopes for one final Hail Mary to escape death. Luckily, the super-sized episode packs in the revelations while tying up the season’s loose ends and paying tribute to the franchise’s past. It all makes for a satisfying capper to another delightfully unhinged season.

While “Final Destination” hits the ground running with explosive action, it also doesn’t waste any time exploring the aftermath of Jake Wheeler (Zackary Arthur) choosing to die temporarily in the hopes of finding Caroline (Carina Battrick...

This story contains spoilers for the third season of Chucky up to the penultimate episode, "There Will Be Blood."

Chucky Season 3 has seen the famous killer doll taking on a new form, returning as the ghost of Charles Lee Ray after dying as an aged Good Guy. Getting rid of Chucky for good will mean venturing into the spirit realm, and how it turns out will be seen in the upcoming season finale.

While speaking with Cbr's Kevin Polowy at WonderCon, Chucky creator Don Mancini commented on the character's fate and the possibility of the franchise continuing on past the Season 3 finale. Though Mancini didn't touch on exactly how Chucky's ultimate fate will be left by the end of the season, he assured fans that the show would "deliver" with its promise of killing the character. Whether he's vanquished as a ghost or gets to come back in some...

Things arent looking great for Jake (Zackary Arthur) following the penultimate episode of Season 3 of Chucky. Bravely putting his life on the line to go where no man has gone before, Jake took a mysterious concoction that will send him to the other side in hopes of pumping Chucky (voiced by Brad Dourif) for information on the whereabouts of Lexys (Alyvia Alyn Lind) younger sister, Caroline (Carina Battrick), while also convincing Good Chucky to sacrifice himself to destroy the soul of Charles Lee Ray (Dourif) forever. With just one episode left, and with so much on the line - including Tiffany Valentines (Jennifer Tilly) life - were wondering how Don Mancini and the rest of the creative team plan to wrap things up. Thanks to a sneak peek from Syfy, we have an idea of whats to come next week, and were happy to say that yes, it does include...

Not even death can slow Chucky in “There Will Be Blood,” the penultimate episode of “Chucky” Season 3. With the killer receiving a mortal blow in the last episode, Charles Lee Ray (Brad Dourif) can now take full advantage of the White House’s bizarre supernatural purgatory, leaving him free to continue his current reign of terror as a ghost. While that spells trouble for Jake Wheeler (Zackary Arthur), Devon (Bjorgvin Arnarson), and Lexy (Alyvia Alyn Lind), it makes for an outrageously satisfying bloodbath heading into next week’s finale.

“There Will Be Blood” covers a lot of ground in short order, with Charles Lee Ray confronting his maker over his failures before he can continue his current path of destruction. Lexy, Jake, and Devon continue their desperate bid to find Lexy’s sister, which means seeking answers from the afterlife. They’re in luck, considering Warren Pryce (Gil Bellows) enlists...

Get ready for a thrilling night of horror as “Chucky” returns with Season 3, Episode 8 titled “Final Destination,” airing this Wednesday, May 1st, at 10:00 Pm on USA Network. In this spine-chilling episode, viewers will witness protagonist Jake as he embarks on a perilous journey, confronting his inner demons and encountering a new, sinister form of evil in his relentless pursuit to find Caroline.

As the suspense mounts, Jake’s quest takes him to dark and ominous places, where he must navigate treacherous obstacles and face unimaginable horrors. With each step, the stakes rise higher, and the line between reality and nightmare becomes increasingly blurred.

With its gripping storyline and heart-pounding suspense, “Chucky: Final Destination” promises to keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the very end. Don’t miss out on the terror and excitement as Jake battles against the forces of darkness, airing this Wednesday at 10:00 Pm on USA Network.

Attention horror fans! Brace yourselves for an intense and chilling episode of “Chucky” airing this Wednesday, May 1st, at 10:00 Pm on Syfy. In Season 3, Episode 8, titled “Final Destination,” viewers will be taken on a harrowing journey alongside protagonist Jake as he confronts his inner demons and battles a new type of evil in his quest to find Caroline.

As the suspense continues to build, Jake finds himself facing increasingly terrifying challenges as he delves deeper into the mystery surrounding Caroline’s disappearance. With every twist and turn, the stakes are raised, and the line between reality and nightmare blurs.

With its spine-tingling atmosphere and heart-pounding suspense, “Chucky: Final Destination” promises to be a gripping installment in the series. So gather your courage, dim the lights, and prepare for a rollercoaster ride of terror as Jake embarks on his perilous journey, airing this Wednesday at 10:00 Pm on Syfy.

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The Spiderwick Chronicles made its debut on Roku this past Friday and for the show’s press junket, I got to sit down and have a brief but delightful conversation with two of the show’s stars. Jack Dylan Grazer, best known for the two Shazam films and Pixar’s Luca, who voices the mischevious boggart Thimbletack, and Alyvia Alyn Lind, whose previous work includes The Young and The Restless as well as the Chucky TV series, who plays Mulgarath’s adopted daughter Calliope.

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Alyvia Alyn Lind as Calliope in The Spiderwick Chronicles

“Everything she does is just slightly off.” – Alyvia Alyn Lind

The main thing I discussed with both of these actors is the challenge of playing sympathetic yet antagonistic characters. For instance, Calliope starts the series off as a devoted acolyte of Mulgarath eager to see humanity devoured,...

In 2003, Tony Diterlizzi and Holly Black introduced the world to the Grace family. After they move into the Spiderwick Estate, things get fantastical for twins Simon and Jared, as well as older sister Mallory. It was only the beginning of this magical story. With the books and a feature film release in 2008, the stories are back. After originally being produced for Disney Plus, The Spiderwick Chronicles series has found a home this weekend on Roku. Showrunner Aron Eli Coleite looked to expand on the world, with the help of its creators. And the impressive cast led by Christian Slater and Joy Bryant, are all in on the fantasy.

Recently, we had the great joy of speaking with the fine folks that brought Spiderwick to life. First up, we sat down with Diterlizzi and Black. The authors discussed the excitement of expanding the world they created. During the conversation, Mr. Diterlizzi...

Warning: Major Spoilers lie ahead for The Spiderwick Chronicles season 1!

Aron Eli Coleite worked closely with The Spiderwick Chronicles authors Holly Black and Tony Diterlizzi to expand on their novels for the show, including key changes to the source material. Mulgarath's bigger role in the show was a way to better twist Jared's overall story as he "weeded" his way into the Grace family to manipulate them. Coleite has a number of big ideas for what a Spiderwick Chronicles season 2 would look like, including more secrets hidden in the house and how to resolve the show's cliffhanger ending.

The Grace family's fight against Mulgarath has hit a shocking wall in The Spiderwick Chronicles finale. Based on the fantasy book series by Tony Diterlizzi and Holly Black, the Roku Channel show revolves around twins Jared and Simon, their older sister Mallory and recently divorced mother Helen moving into their ancestral family...

Chucky, everybody’s favorite bloodthirsty, murdering doll, has been a lot of places since creator Don Mancini first unleashed the beast in the horror film Child’s Play back in 1988. But never the White House. Until now. Season 3, Part 2 of Chucky dropped in early April on USA and Syfy (and streams on Peacock here), and along with it comes the highly anticipated opus to Chucky’s hellish White House misadventure, where our crafty killer goes after America's First Family. So much for the pristine wallpaper and regal decor.

Diehard horror and Chucky fans were always in for a treat this go around. For starters, it’s the final season, so the stakes were higher and there was bound to more blood. Secondly, Brad Dourif, voice of Chucky, makes a live appearance in the show, marking the first time Dourif physically appeared in the monstrous franchise since Curse of Chucky in 2013. Meanwhile,...

The iconic child-fantasy novel series The Spideriwick Chronicles received a TV adaptation on the Roku Channel. The fantasy series is created by showrunner Aron Eli Coleite, who is known for working on the shows Locke & Key and Daybreak, both Netflix shows. Authors of the novel series, Tony Diterlizzi and Holly Black are also part of the development process.

Joining the show is Coleite’s Daybreak star Alyvia Alyn Lind as Calliope, an original character that was not present in the novel series. Before fans take up arms for messing with the source material, the showrunner explained why he and authors Diterlizzi and Black chose to create a new character for the show.

Why Did Roku’s The Spiderwick Chronicles Create An Original Character? A still from The Spiderwick Chronicles

The children’s fantasy novel series The Spiderwick Chronicles has already received one cinematic adaptation. The film version of the...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Christian Slater plays the scenery-chewing Mulgarath while Joy Bryant plays the caring mother in The Spiderwick Chronicles. The duo were thrilled at the opportunity to expand on their characters as they're given bigger roles than the original books. Bryant also recalls how "seamless" it was building the family dynamic with her onscreen children during filming, being proud of the work they brought to their roles.

A dysfunctional family find their worlds completely uprooted in The Spiderwick Chronicles. The Roku Channel show serves as the second adaptation of Holly Black and Tony Diterlizzi's fantasy novel series of the same name, which chronicles the story of the Grace family as they move into their ancestral home of the Spiderwick Estate after a big change in their lives. As they try to adjust to their new home, rebellious son Jared learns that their great-grandfather,...

Your browser does not support the video tag. Aron Eli Coleite worked "hand-in-hand" with authors Holly Black and Tony Diterlizzi to adapt The Spiderwick Chronicles into the TV show, namely on the various changes to the source material. The creator/showrunner went through a "global search" to find the perfect actors to play Jared and Simon. Coleite is also the "biggest Christian Slater fan" and was over-the-moon thrilled to get to cast him as the villainous Mulgarath for the show.

Aron Eli Coleite looks to keep his TV success streak going with The Spiderwick Chronicles. Prior to the Roku Channel show, the creative had been involved in everything from NBC's Heroes to ABC's The River and Paramount+'s Star Trek: Discovery. More recently, Coleite made a name for himself as the co-creator of the Netflix post-apocalyptic comedy Daybreak, which only ran for one season in spite of strong reviews,...