For "Pitch Perfect" fans who are looking forward to the third film, you have a reason to rejoice because your favorite musical comedy film will be arriving earlier. According to reports, "Pitch Perfect 3's" release date is moved up.
'Pitch Perfect 3' To Arrive In July 2017
Initially, "Pitch Perfect 3" is slated to debut on Aug. 4, 2017, but earlier this week the Studio Universal announced that there are changes in the film's release date. However, fans need not worry because the next "Pitch Perfect" film will not be delayed, but it will be coming up earlier.
Variety reported that "Pitch Perfect 3" would be released on July 21, 2017. The first two "Pitch Perfect" films were a success. Per the report, the first "Pitch Perfect" film in 2012 grossed $113 million worldwide. Meanwhile, "Pitch Perfect 2" has more than doubled the amount by grossing $286 million worldwide on a $29 million budget.
As Romper puts it, the "Pitch Perfect" series has become a phenomenon because of its female-drive story and impressive soundtracks that have penetrated in the hearts of the audience since 2012.
Nick Carpou, Universal Pictures' president of domestic distribution believes that film's women-centric story is behind its success. "It starts with young female appeal, generally, and then expands beyond that thanks to careful marketing and publicity," he said.
'Pitch Perfect 3' Updates
At the time, the plot of the upcoming film "Pitch Perfect 3" remains under wraps. However, most of the "Pitch Perfect" stars are set to reprise their roles including Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Brittany Snow and Hailee Steinfeld. Aside from the stars, Elizabeth Banks will also return to take the director's chair. Kay Cannon is also joining the "Pitch Perfect 3" team.
Meanwhile, Wilson, who plays Fat Amy in "Pitch Perfect" shared her own perspective of "Pitch Perfect 3." "All the Bellas are together becoming a legit singing group out of college," she told the Hollywood Reporter. "I also think a Fat Amy origins story would be awesome."
Are you excited for "Pitch Perfect 3?" Do you want to see Fat Amy's origins story? What else do you want to see in the upcoming "Pitch Perfect" film? Share your thoughts in the comment section below.