Atomic Monster and Blumhouse have announced that they are developing a M3GAN spinoff film titled Soulm8te, which is described as an erotic thriller with a technological twist.
The movie is set in the same universe as M3GAN and the story centers on a man who “acquires an Artificially Intelligent android to cope with the loss of his recently deceased wife.
“In an attempt to create a truly sentient partner, he inadvertently turns a harmless lovebot into a deadly soulmate.”
The movie is is said to be in the tradition of “’90s domestic thrillers but with a modern, technological twist.”
The movie will be directed by Kate Dolan (You Are Not My Mother) from a script written by Rafael Jordan (Salvage Marines), with the story by James Wan, Ingrid Bisu and Jordan. Wan and Jason Blum will produce the movie and
Dolan said in a statement: “Fundamentally, I view this film as an exploration of relationships and loneliness. Despite technological advances, there are enduring human truths we cannot escape, and I am looking forward to delving into those depths.”
Wan said: “Soulm8te is a thrilling and seductive addition to the ‘M3GAN’ universe. We’re excited to partner with Kate to bring this story to life with her unique cinematic vision and point of view.”
Universal Pictures has dated it for January 2, 2026.
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