Leprechaun Reboot: Everything You Need to Know

Is The Leprechaun Reboot Confirmed?

Yes, the Leprechaun reboot has been confirmed and is officially in production by Lionsgate. This highly-anticipated return of a horror villain follows the successful franchise, debuting in 1993, with Warwick Davis - known for his prominent roles in Harry Potter, Willow, and even the Star Wars franchise, as the iconic horror leprechaun.

Even though Lionsgate's release has been in development since 2014 and featured several productions with new Leprechaun movie installments (e.g., Leprechaun: Origins), there has been a renewed push for the franchise.

When is the Leprechaun Reboot Release Date?

The official release date for The Leprechaun Reboot is still under wraps, but those following the progress should be on the lookout for it to hit cinemas soon.

Although there's no official release date for a Theatrical Release at this point - this project does appear to have a strong team behind it (including director Felipe Vargas). Those working on the production have shared that they want to lean on more traditional practical effects to deliver an updated vision. There's also a large amount of enthusiasm regarding how it's possible this might hit cinemas, making the Leprechaun Reboot a much-anticipated return, one that could see it gain popularity amongst horror fans and filmgoers.

Who is the Director and Producer of The Leprechaun Reboot?

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The Leprechaun reboot is being directed by Felipe Vargas - a promising and talented filmmaker whose latest work includes projects such as "Leprechaun: Origins" - and who will bring an innovative touch and a bold new take for those looking forward to its release - and it was produced by Roy Lee (whose resume also includes the acclaimed "It") - he is known for his incredible track record - and Miri Yoon - a co-producer who is best known for Don't Worry Darling.

While the Leprechaun reboot has not revealed a potential cast yet, the project looks like it has the capability to bring a new twist to an iconic slasher franchise - one which was highly successful - despite the fact it received several negative reviews, notably from Rotten Tomatoes which highlighted the series' trajectory as an "over the top" genre that has both a campy approach with hilarious, dark, and bizarre horror.

Will The Leprechaun Reboot Be More of a Comedy?

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While the first Leprechaun films (Leprechaun - debuting in 1993, Leprechaun 2, Leprechaun: Origins, and Leprechaun Returns ) are often known for being a mix of both horror and comedy - the Leprechaun reboot appears to have an intention to return to a darker, more horrific vision of the Leprechaun (as shown through its story as he seeks his pot of gold. The films typically take place in the city - specifically within the criminal underworld - a great premise for more horrific content - which also highlights how this creature can both be terrifying, ruthless, and humorous - showing a unique dynamic of violence).

The director - Felipe Vargas - who made the move from indie film to bigger productions (particularly as a major production, with the Leprechaun reboot being the project), has shared his plans to embrace horror while making it both terrifying and entertaining - but more importantly focusing on using practical effects to ensure those looking forward to this franchise have the same impact as those classic films from the 1990s - where these elements added another layer of shock and terror to the creature and its horrific actions.

Is The Leprechaun Franchise Actually Good?

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The Leprechaun franchise started back in 1993. The original Leprechaun was known for its grit and those classic slasher moments that helped make it both a horror comedy. The Leprechaun franchise itself was known to take a humorous turn. These early iterations of the slasher films did get attention in the 90s (a memorable time when it made an enormous push for the slasher franchise genre - such as the Friday the 13th movies), earning popularity and an audience but eventually became more ridiculous. These early installments included films like Leprechaun: Back 2 tha Hood (which was released in 2003 and did make an appearance on several streaming services, a release similar to what the franchise has used throughout its tenure, often released via VOD streaming)

However, there is a big divide when it comes to those who watched the series in its early phases versus how this cult classic horror movie is currently being revived for modern audiences. Even with those Leprechaun sequels (including those films that made their way to Theatrical Release , it is seen as an iconic series - despite box office ratings for its franchise - and for fans who have enjoyed it through streaming. The franchise's recent films were given a more limited release through VOD.

Will The Leprechaun Reboot Continue with the Same Star?

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Although Warwick Davis, who had a prominent role as The Leprechaun, is considered to be an icon in the movie world, known for many productions in Hollywood (i.e., Willow or the Harry Potter series), fans might be curious to know whether he would reprise this iconic role - for those looking forward to seeing the Leprechaun back on screen and returning to Horror - with a modern aesthetic. It’s unclear whether Warwick Davis, one of the most popular stars within classic horror, will take part in the new production, particularly as he left the Leprechaun series - following the release of a Leprechaun sequel back in 2003. His absence was due to his personal family goals as he prioritized becoming a parent.

Despite Davis’s previous announcement that he would not be part of a future Leprechaun reboot, it seems as if he's opened the door to returning, potentially working with Lionsgate on the Leprechaun reboot. If this were to happen - it'd be an unexpected event. Although his exit from the franchise did create uncertainty for the Leprechaun series - his return might add a sense of nostalgia to a story that's set to take a new turn, with this iconic star potentially back at the helm for a return of a series that fans still adore and remain fascinated by, while bringing a unique mix of horror comedy.

How Does the Leprechaun Franchise Differ from Other Horror Films?

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While horror has made a major mark on film and continues to see enormous success (especially for movies that are part of major studios such as Lionsgate), it has been responsible for spawning countless sub-genres: For example, those films that focus on the slasher style that brings in elements like the slasher franchise - a trend which features many movies that feature famous horror icons such as Freddy Krueger or Jason Voorhees.

The Leprechaun franchise, instead of taking a "serious tone" that other classic horror films might opt to use, often had a lightheartedness that played on the monster and the story. For example, a major trend was the series often making the monster seem a little bit more comedic, but never losing the power and horror of what made it a popular horror movie.

Does the Leprechaun Reboot Continue with the Original Leprechaun?

The original Leprechaun , released in 1993, was the one that brought the world an iconic and memorable horror movie villain.

Although fans have often wondered whether the Leprechaun reboot will be taking a more serious route - this has also caused viewers to question whether Warwick Davis, who has appeared as this character across several Leprechaun sequel films - might return in this production (possibly as Warwick Davis takes part in the Leprechaun Reboot) . If so, it may make the transition between the older films and those now entering production far easier to watch.

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