Grave Encounters 3: The Beginning, once poised to be the next chilling chapter in the "Grave Encounters" series, was a project rich in potential yet ultimately unfulfilled. Spearheaded by the Vicious Brothers, the film was announced in May 2015 as a direct follow-up to the 2012 release of "Grave Encounters 2," directed by John Poliquin and written by the Vicious Brothers. The third installment was set to delve deeper into the spine-tingling narrative of its predecessors.
However, despite the promising start and the Vicious Brothers' reputation for bringing their creative visions to fruition, the project experienced unexpected setbacks. As reported by Horror Society, the film industry, particularly in the realm of straight-to-DVD releases, often encounters delays, with projects lingering in production limbo due to various challenges. Despite the script nearing completion and the previous movies' impressive returns—each earning three times their production budget—the anticipated sequel faced an uncertain future.
Despite the initial buzz and a unique engagement campaign where the Vicious Brothers called upon fans to express their enthusiasm through social media, the project was shelved. The call for 100 retweets and 1,000 Facebook likes was met with an overwhelming response, surpassing the set goals. Yet, the sequel was abruptly cancelled due to the second film's lackluster performance in captivating public interest. The unmade "Grave Encounters 3" remains a topic of intrigue and speculation among the series' cult following.
