It Follows Sequel, They Follow, Gets Exciting Filming Update

The highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed horror hit is finally moving forward.

Mar. 18, 2026 at 1:09am

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After over a decade of waiting, a sequel to the 2014 horror film It Follows, titled They Follow, is finally moving forward with production set to begin soon. The news was revealed by the original film's star, Maika Monroe, during a panel at the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas.

Why it matters

The original It Follows was a critically acclaimed and influential horror movie that helped revive interest in the genre. Fans have been eagerly awaiting news of a sequel, and this announcement will no doubt generate significant excitement and anticipation among the film's devoted fanbase.

The details

Details about the plot and production of the sequel, They Follow, are still scarce. However, the fact that filming is finally slated to begin is a major milestone for the long-gestating project. The original film's director, David Robert Mitchell, is not involved with the sequel, which is being developed by a different creative team.

  • The original It Follows was released in 2014.
  • In 2023, it was announced that a sequel titled They Follow was in early development.
  • Maika Monroe revealed the filming update during a panel at SXSW in Austin, Texas in 2026.

The players

Maika Monroe

The star of the original It Follows film.

David Robert Mitchell

The director of the original It Follows film, who is not involved with the sequel.

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What they’re saying

“While speaking at a panel this weekend at South by Southwest (SXSW) in Austin, Texas, It Follows star Maika Monroe revealed that filming is finally slated to begin.”

— Maika Monroe (IMDb)

What’s next

Details about the plot, director, and release timeline for the They Follow sequel are still to be announced as the project moves forward with production.

The takeaway

The long-awaited sequel to the acclaimed horror hit It Follows is finally becoming a reality, signaling that the enduring popularity and influence of the original film continues to resonate with audiences and the industry.