Deathgasm 2 begins filming next year, comic book series will bridge gap between movies

Nearly seven years have passed since writer/director Jason Lei Howden announced that he would be making a sequel to his feature directorial debut Deathgasm (watch it HERE). In that time, Howden has made Guns Akimbo and set up a cool film and comic book project called Monsters of Metal… but now he’s finally getting back to Deathgasm 2. Variety broke the news that Deathgasm 2 begins filming in New Zealand next year – and that Howden is also co-writing a four-issue Deathgasm comic book series for Opus Comics that will bridge the gap between the first film and the sequel.

Deathgasm stars Milo Cawthorne, James Blake, and Kimberley Crossman are in talks to return for Deathgasm 2.

Variety reminds us that Deathgasm, released in 2015, tells the story of two high-school metal-heads, Brodie (played by Cawthorne) and Zakk (Blake), who form a band called Deathgasm. One day, while delving into some dark magic to escape their mundane lives, the duo unwittingly summon an evil entity called The Blind One. In the sequel, “which promises to be equally gory”,

Brodie again turns to black magic to raise his former bandmates from the dead so he can win battle of the bands as well as the heart of his ex-girlfriend Medina (Crossman).

Howden provided the following statement: “I’m thrilled to be working with Raven Banner and Opus Comics to expand the ‘Deathgasm’ universe and bring the evil-crushing power of metal to new and existing audiences. Like we saw with Eddie Munson in ‘Stranger Things,’ not all heroes wear capes. Some wear Anthrax tees and denim vests.“

Deathgasm 2 is being produced by Raven Banner Entertainment. The company’s Andrew T. Hunt said, “We’re big fans of Jason here at Raven Banner. ‘Deathgasm’ still remains one of the most beloved and sought-after titles in our library, building up a cult following year after year. This comic book will not only keep the fans engaged, but will be a perfect bridge between the original film and ‘Deathgasm 2’ which we’re excited to go to camera with in 2023.“

The Deathgasm comic book will start reaching store shelves this December. In that story,

Deathgasm reforms and goes on a world tour to rid the planet of demons. But will the group survive the out-of-this-world terror of the Kaihoro Food and Music Festival?

I have been hoping to see Deathgasm 2 ever since Howden first revealed that he was working on the script, so I’m glad to hear it’s finally moving forward. Are you interested in Deathgasm 2 and the comic book series? Share your thoughts on this one by leaving a comment below.