JJ Abrams: 'Overlord' not the fourth film in 'Cloverfield' series

Filmmaker

J J Abrams

has debunked the reports claming that his upcoming film

'Overload'

will be the fourth film in the

'Cloverfield'

series.

The filmmaker revealed that the horror film about World War II soldiers who find out the Nazis are using supernatural forces and engaging in gruesome experiments, will be "Bad Robot's" first R-rated movie,according to a report. "It's bat shit crazy," said Abrams.

The filmmaker added that"we're actually developing a true, dedicated 'Cloverfield' sequel" and which will screen in theaters. 'Overlord' opens October 26, 2018.