AceShowbiz - The "Angry Birds" franchise is back with the announcement of "The Angry Birds Movie 3". This exciting development brings back fan-favorites Jason Sudeikis as Red and Josh Gad as Chuck, promising to deliver more of the action and humor that audiences have come to love.

After the global success of the first two movies, which together grossed over half a billion dollars, expectations are high for this third installment.

John Rice, known for co-directing "The Angry Birds Movie 2" and his work on "Rick & Morty" and "Bob's Burgers", will be taking the helm as director. Thurop Van Orman, who directed the second film, is set to write the screenplay and will also serve as an executive producer alongside Toru Nakahara from "Sonic the Hedgeho"g. Production of the movie will involve a collaboration with animation partner DNEG Animation, known for their impressive work on the series.

"We are thrilled to announce that the brand-new film of the globally beloved and successful Angry Birds franchise is to be in production," said Shuji Utsumi, President and COO at SEGA. Utsumi also noted that the film aligns with SEGA's transmedia strategy to expand its intellectual properties across diverse media landscapes. It's worth mentioning that SEGA acquired Rovio for nearly $800 million, further integrating the Angry Birds into their entertainment portfolio.

While details of the plot remain under wraps, the production promises to continue the adventures of Red and Chuck. The franchise has garnered significant interest with a blend of colorful characters and captivating storylines. With the potential return of characters like Mighty Eagle, Bomb, and Leonard, audiences can expect a thrilling continuation of the beloved narrative.

Production partners have expressed their excitement to work on this project. Alexandre Pelletier-Normand, CEO at Rovio Entertainment, stated, "Rovio is fully committed to creating entertainment that sparks imagination across various platforms." The project also involves significant contributions from One Cool Group, Flywheel Media, and dentsu, highlighting the international collaboration underpinning this major animated feature.

Despite no confirmed release date, the anticipation is already building. As the third installment prepares to take flight, fans around the world will be eagerly waiting to see the new heights Angry Birds can reach. For now, stay tuned for more updates and get ready to join our favorite birds in another high-velocity adventure!