'Weapons' Director Plans Prequel Exploring Aunt Gladys Character

Zach Cregger, director of the 2025 horror hit "Weapons," has confirmed that a prequel centered on the antagonist Aunt Gladys, portrayed by Amy Madigan, is officially in development. Cregger revealed that the idea for the prequel was conceived before "Weapons" was even released and that he has been discussing the project with Warner Bros. The original film follows the mysterious disappearance of 17 children in a small town, and Aunt Gladys emerged as a breakout character, prompting interest in exploring her backstory further. "Weapons" achieved significant box office success, grossing over $260 million worldwide on a modest budget, and received high critical acclaim with a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. While details about the prequel's plot, casting, and release date remain undisclosed, Cregger expressed excitement about the story he has prepared. The director is also engaged in other projects, including a reboot of "Resident Evil."