Josh Hutcherson is eager to return for "Five Nights at Freddy's 2" following the significant success of the first movie, which has become the highest-grossing film for Blumhouse Productions. Featured as the security guard Mike Schmidt in the original, Hutcherson spoke about the ongoing development and the positive fan reception. The indie horror game turned movie franchise has not yet had a sequel confirmed by Universal, but the strong box office performance and deep source material hint at its potential. Hutcherson shared his excitement over returning to set and gave a nod to director Emma Tammi for creating an engaging film experience.

Additionally, Hutcherson recounted an exchange with Jennifer Lawrence, his co-star from "The Hunger Games," celebrating their concurrent success; Lawrence with her Netflix-topping film "No Hard Feelings" and Hutcherson with "Five Nights at Freddy’s" dominating the box office. Horror icon Matthew Lillard, who played the antagonist William Afton, also revealed his own preparation for the role and enthusiasm for a sequel.

What is the "Five Nights at Freddy's" movie about?

"Five Nights at Freddy's" is a film adaptation of the popular indie video game series with the same name. The game centers around a fictional pizza restaurant called Freddy Fazbear's Pizza, where players take on the role of a nighttime security guard who must defend themselves from malfunctioning, homicidal animatronics. The film presumably follows a similar premise and taps into the horror and survival elements that made the game series a cult hit.

Background Information: "Five Nights at Freddy’s" began as an indie video game developed by Scott Cawthon. It quickly became a viral sensation thanks to its unique gameplay, creepy atmosphere, and complex backstory. The series has expanded into several sequels, spin-offs, and even novel adaptations, all revolving around the haunted animatronics and the dark secrets of the Freddy Fazbear's Pizza chain. The transition to a film adaptation has been anticipated by fans for years, and the first movie's success has established a new avenue for storytelling within the FNAF universe.