Hotel Transylvania 5 and Motel Transylvania: What's Next for the Monster Franchise?

Hotel Transylvania 5 and Motel Transylvania: What's Next for the Monster Franchise?

Hotel Transylvania 5 is in the works, with Keegan-Michael Key, who plays Murray the Mummy in the franchise, revealing that he will start work on the film soon. The popular franchise, which began in 2012, has already released four films, three short films, and a TV series, with another series on the horizon. The first three films collectively earned $1.3 billion at the global box office, while the fourth film went straight to Amazon Prime Video. Key's announcement hints at a possible 2027 release date for Hotel Transylvania 5, although Sony Pictures Animation has not confirmed any details yet.

Genndy Tartakovsky, the director of the first three films and co-writer of the third and fourth films, previously mentioned the potential for more films in the franchise based on fan demand. With the success of 2022's Hotel Transylvania: Transformania on Amazon Prime Video, there is a strong possibility that more films could be in the works. Additionally, a spin-off series titled Motel Transylvania, focusing on Mavis and Dracula setting up a new resort in California, is currently in production for Netflix. Originally planned for a 2025 release, Motel Transylvania is now expected to premiere in 2027, with Tartakovsky involved in its creation.

As fans eagerly await the release of Hotel Transylvania 5 and Motel Transylvania, the future of the beloved franchise looks promising. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest adventures of Dracula, Mavis, and their monster friends in these exciting new installments.