SOULM8TE. The sex doll expansion of the M3GAN universe. (Seriously)

Atomic Monster and Blumhouse are working on SOULM8TE, a new movie in the M3GAN universe, “with a new technological twist” per today’s announcement. Billed as a 1990s erotic thriller, the movie will hit theaters on Friday, Jan. 2, 2026, which means previews will happen on New Year’s Day.

Kate Dolan (You Are Not My Mother) will direct the film. Dolan rewrote an original draft written by Rafael Jordan (Salvage Marines), with the story by James Wan, Ingrid Bisu and Jordan.

In SOULM8TE, a man 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

“Fundamentally, I view this film as an exploration of relationships and loneliness,” expressed Dolan. “Despite technological advances, there are enduring human truths we cannot escape, and I am looking forward to delving into those depths.”

“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,” said Wan.