Chase Yi to Lead Next ‘Paranormal Activity’ Installment Produced by Blumhouse, Atomic Monster and Paramount

Chase Yi, known for his role on Mythic Quest, has landed a lead role in the next Paranormal Activity film, Deadline reported on June 29, citing people familiar with the project. The announcement positions the next found-footage installment as a priority title for Paramount Pictures and Blumhouse Atomic Monster as the production moves into its next stage.

According to Deadline, the project is being developed with Ian Tuason attached as the filmmaker. Details about the specific plot, character name, or the storyline for this installment remain under wraps, with the outlet saying the studio is keeping information limited as the movie moves forward.

Deadline also reported that Blumhouse Atomic Monster and Paramount Pictures are jointly involved in the development of the new installment. The companies’ participation ties the next entry to the established creative and production framework behind the Paranormal Activity franchise, which has been known for its low-profile production approach and sustained audience interest in found-footage horror.

The new casting development marks a step beyond earlier franchise-era plans, with Yi now positioned as a lead rather than a supporting presence. Deadline did not describe how extensively Yi’s character would be featured, or whether the role will connect directly to any existing storylines from prior entries, saying those specifics have not been publicly confirmed.

Deadline characterized the project as moving forward with production planning underway and with Paramount treating it as a priority. That status suggests the film is being managed with scheduling and resource attention typical of major studio releases, though no release date or window was included in the report.

Tuason’s involvement and Yi’s casting arrive as Paranormal Activity continues to be treated by major industry players as an enduring genre property with recognizable brand value. The next installment’s early phase, including the lack of plot details, indicates the studios are still refining story elements, casting execution, and production logistics before sharing additional information.

No other casting or creative assignments were included in the Deadline report. The outlet said character and plot information remains undisclosed, and it did not provide further confirmation of supporting cast, filming start dates, or distribution plans beyond the involvement of Paramount Pictures.

As the production advances, studios typically finalize additional casting, lock the script or shooting draft, and confirm production schedules closer to principal photography. For now, the public focus is on Yi’s lead placement, Tuason’s role in the film’s creative leadership, and the project’s positioning within Paramount’s release slate and Blumhouse Atomic Monster’s horror pipeline.