Director Renny Harlin Confirms The Strangers Chapter 3 Release Early 2026

Director Renny Harlin has confirmed that The Strangers Chapter 3, the final installment of the new horror trilogy starring Madelaine Petsch, will be released in early 2026. The trilogy, which began filming consecutively in 2024, follows the character Maya's transformation through increasingly dark and disturbing events. Harlin described Chapter 3 as exploring a very dark place both physically and mentally, providing an in-depth look at Maya's psychological evolution over the course of the trilogy. The second chapter is set to release in September 2025, continuing the story from Chapter 1, which introduced the premise of a couple being stalked by three masked strangers during a road trip. This trilogy is a modern retelling of the original series and has been discussed extensively for its portrayal of paranoia and survival horror elements. Post-production on the final chapter is nearly complete, promising a chilling conclusion to the saga.