Gizmo returns to the big screen after decades in the third Gremlins movie, but very little is known about the project. Even though the premiere is still a long way out, Warner Bros. has shared the first teaser for Gremlins 3. However, it’s a bittersweet moment for fans, as the 11-second clip also includes a delayed release date.

Gremlins 3 is the first entry in the series in over 35 years. The last Gremlins movie, Gremlins 2: The New Batch, was released in 1990, six years after Gremlins. While the sequel wasn’t as successful as the original Gremlins, the franchise has made millions and amassed thousands of fans in the past four decades. Gremlins has got it all: it’s a Christmas movie with horror and comedy elements; there are freaky, but cool-looking creatures that create chaos for the sake of it, and an adorable, fuzzy main character who you just automatically root for.

While animated series based on its lore have been created, what fans have always hoped for is to see the beloved animatronic Gremlins in a third movie. It finally became a reality when Warner Bros. announced Gremlins 3 last year. The announcement included a Nov. 19, 2027, release date. Nearly a year after its announcement, Warner Bros. has now shared a first look at Gremlins 3 with a short teaser, which includes the announcement of a big delay for the movie’s release, which will now happen on Oct. 6, 2028.

Gremlins first-look teaser includes release date delay

The teaser shows a backpack in a dark, misty atmosphere. As the camera closes in on it, we can hear the adorable sounds of a Mogwai. The backpack opens slightly, and then Gizmo looks out from inside. It’s great to get a look at the adorable creature after so many years. He still looks as cute as ever with his sleepy smile and big eyes. Unfortunately, it’s not all good news; the final seconds of the clip include a new release date for Gremlins 3, which was definitely a bummer.

Gremlins 3 is now set to premiere Oct. 6, 2028 — nearly 11 months later than its initial release date. On the bright side, two years from now, fans will have the perfect spooky season movie to watch in theaters.