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How many sequels and remakes of Rosemary’s Baby are there? All titles

How many sequels and remakes of Rosemary’s Baby are there? All titles

As “Apartment 7A” continues to reach more and more viewers, many are wondering if there are other titles for “Rosemary’s Baby” that continue its story, be it as prequels, sequels or remakes. Check out the full track list!

Mia Farrow in "Rosemary's baby".
© IMDbMia Farrow in Rosemary’s Baby.

While there are many iconic films from different decades in the horror genre, few have left as lasting an impression as “Rosemary’s Baby.” Roman Polanski’s 1968 adaptation of Ira Levin’s novel has left an important mark not only in this area but also to the broader history of cinema.

The picture shows Rosemary, a young woman who becomes pregnant and begins to suspect it Her husband and neighbors are part of a cult with sinister intentions for their unborn child. When her suspicions are proven correct, she realizes that she has only scratched the surface of the torture they have planned for her.

Like many classic horror films, the story of Rosemary’s Baby has expanded over time. A prequel with the title was recently released “Apartment 7A” premiered on Paramount+ on September 27th to critical acclaim. However, this is not the only sequel to the original production. Here’s a look at it all the sequels and remakes that followed Polanski’s masterpiece!

Complete List of ‘Rosemary’s Baby’ Sequels and Remakes

  • Look what happened to Rosemary’s baby (1976)

This 1976 TV movie was the first direct sequel to Rosemary’s Baby. follows an adult Andrew/Adrian as he attempts to fulfill his destiny as the Antichrist, from the age of eight until the birth of his own child. The film was widely rejected by both critics and audiences and was quickly forgotten within a year of its release.

  • ROsemary’s Baby (miniseries, 2014)

Decades later, a third adaptation of Rosemary’s story premiered in 2014 as a two-part, four-hour miniseries for NBCwhich combines Ira Levin’s original novel with its 1997 sequel, “Son of Rosemary.” The miniseries starring Zoe Saldana failed to impress critics who criticized the production because it was unnecessarily stretched to fill two two-hour slots.

Beyond the Universe by Roman Polanski, the acclaimed 2017 horror anthology film “XX” contains a section titled “Your only living son” Director: Karyn Kusama. This part acts as an unofficial sequel to Rosemary’s Baby. Exploring the life of the creature born to the protagonist as he approaches his 18th birthday.

We can’t overlook the recent film that created a huge buzz! This newly released film serves as a prequel to “Rosemary’s Baby” and is about a young dancer who rents a room from an older couple in 1965. Fans of the original will appreciate the numerous allusions and references.

Clara is about to complete her bachelor’s degree in writing at the National University of the Arts in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In her role as a writer for Spoiler US, she covers films, television shows, streaming platforms, celebrities, and other topics of entertainment and general interest. Since 2021 she has been working as a film critic for Bendito Spoiler, Cinema Saturno and Peliplat, attending festivals, conducting interviews and regularly participating in film debate podcasts. Her work focuses on the horror genre. Additionally, Clara serves as Assistant Coordinator of Film Courses and Discussions at Amour Du Cinema Online.