M3GAN vs Freddy Fazbear: Analyzing the Fight Odds According to Five Nights At Freddy's Producer

Summary

Jason Blum believes that M3GAN might win in a fight against Freddy Fazbear, but he doesn't provide a reason for his choice.

In the past, horror franchise crossovers, where characters from various properties join forces, were widely enjoyed but have lost momentum in recent times.

Despite having different tones, with Five Nights at Freddy's utilizing jump scares and M3GAN's darkly comedic approach, the crossover between them holds potential for success because of their immense viral popularity.

Jason Blum, the mastermind behind the adaptation of Scott Cawthon's horror video game franchise Five Nights at Freddy's, recently discussed the potential outcome of a battle between M3GAN and Freddy Fazbear. Despite facing some challenges during the development process, Blumhouse's film adaptation of Five Nights at Freddy's is poised to continue the production company's success at the box office, with an estimated earnings of $68 million on its opening weekend. During an exclusive interview at New York Comic-Con 2023, Blum was asked to weigh in on the hypothetical showdown. After careful consideration, Blum expressed his belief that M3GAN would come out as the victor, although he did not provide further explanation for his choice.

M3GAN vs. Freddy Fazbear Could Revive A Fan-Favorite Horror Concept

Horror franchise crossovers have long been a favorite among fans of the genre, often seen in comic books and video games. Properties like Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash and Dead by Daylight have successfully brought together beloved characters. This tradition can even be traced back to the days of Universal Classic Monsters, where iconic creatures such as Dracula and Frankenstein would cross paths, whether it be in battle or joining forces to terrorize the world.

However, the popularity of horror franchise crossovers, particularly those featuring characters fighting against each other, has dwindled on the big screen. Two notable examples of this were 2003's Freddy vs. Jason, where the protagonists from Nightmare on Elm Street and Friday the 13th clashed, and the Alien vs. Predator movies. While the former managed to capture some of the thrilling slasher elements from their respective franchises, the latter took a more action-oriented approach to combining the extraterrestrial threats.

The lack of support for the video tag in your browser may pose a challenge for experiencing the effective jump scares that have made the Five Nights at Freddy's franchise so popular. Additionally, there could be a tonal clash between the darkly comedic elements of M3GAN and the horror of Five Nights at Freddy's. Nevertheless, if the video game adaptation manages to overcome its negative reviews and replicate the box office success of M3GAN, there could be potential for expansion into other areas for both properties, considering their viral popularity and the upcoming sequel for M3GAN.