The world of “M3GAN” expands with “SOULM8TE”, launching a new version in 2026

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Atomic Monster and Blumhouse are working on it SOULM8TEnew movie in M3GAN universe, “with a new technological development,” according to today’s announcement. Described as a 90s thriller, the film will hit theaters on Friday, January 2, 2026, meaning previews will take place on New Year’s Day.

Kate Dolan (You are not my mother) will direct the film. Dolan rewrote the original draft by Raphael Jordaens (Marine Corps Rescue), with a story by James Wan, Ingrid Bisso and Jordan.

in solem8t, A man acquires an artificially intelligent robot to deal with the loss of his recently deceased wife. In his attempt to create a truly sentient partner, he inadvertently turns a harmless love robot into a deadly soulmate.

James Wan and Jason Blum will produce the film SOULM8TE. Wan’s Atomic Monster’s Michael Clare and Judson Scott will executive produce alongside Ingrid Bisso. Alayna Glasthal is the CEO leading the Atomic Monster project.

M3GAN It was a surprise hit in the winter of 2023, grossing over US$181 million. sequel, m3jan 2.0, It opens in theaters on June 27, 2025. Allison Williams and Violet McGraw return for the sequel.

“Basically, I see this film as an exploration of relationships and loneliness,” Dolan said. “Despite technological advances, there are persistent human truths that we cannot escape, and I look forward to delving into those depths.”

“SOULM8TE It is an exciting and enticing addition to the world of M3GAN. “We are excited to partner with Kate to bring this story to life with her unique cinematic vision and point of view,” Wan said.

Dolan is repped by Independent Talent Group, Exile Entertainment, Jackoway Austen Tyerman Wertheimer Mandelbaum Morris Bernstein Trattner Auerbach Hynick Jaime LeVine Sample & Klein. Jordan is represented by Mike Sword of Broadcast Diplomacy. Wan is repped by CAA, Stacey Testro International and Myman Greenspan Fox Rosenberg Mobasser Younger & Light.