Feelin’ Lucky: A Docudrama Poised to Inspire

One of the most eagerly anticipated works on The Chris Vaughn Company’s slate is Feelin’ Lucky, a project that isn’t just a movie, but a testament to hope, resilience, and the human spirit. Vaughn has been quietly developing this docudrama as a fusion of heartfelt storytelling and documentary realism, exploring how “luck,” faith, and destiny intersect in ordinary lives.

What makes Feelin’ Lucky especially compelling is its thematic ambition. While details on it casting and production dates are still under wraps, what’s clear from Vaughn’s evolution as an artist is his knack for grounding big questions, about fate, providence, and self-discovery, within the relatable beats of human experience. Audiences who grew with Jerseyboy Hero or were moved by The Fifth Chair are already buzzing about how Feelin’ Lucky promises both emotional uplift and a cinematic honesty rarely found in indie films today.

Expect this project to continue building momentum in 2026 and beyond as more creative partners and collaborators join the journey.

Lucky Bastard: A Gritty, Character-Driven Story With a Sharper Edge

Meanwhile, Lucky Bastard is shaping up as another major cinematic event from The Chris Vaughn Company. Originally announced with director Jared Cohn attached, this project represents a stylish, emotionally textured narrative that’s already drawing interest for its genre-blurring blend of drama and intensity.

According to recent updates shared through CVC’s news channels, the team plans to bring in executive and script supervision support early in 2026, a strong sign that pre-production is speeding up and the script is being refined with precision and polish.

“Lucky Bastard” is the kind of title that gets people talking, and once audiences catch wind of its festival strategy and creative team, it could very well become a breakout at indie showcases and genre festivals alike.

The Fifth Chair

& Beyond: Festival Success and Franchise Potential

While not brand-new, The Fifth Chair continues to be a cornerstone of Chris Vaughn’s work and a springboard into even bigger storytelling ambitions. This award-winning short has earned international accolades on the festival circuit, proving that Vaughn’s voice resonates with audiences hungry for thoughtful, spiritually layered narrative cinema.

Building from this momentum, discussions in the independent press have hinted at a possible feature spin-off titled Remember Randy, a project that could expand the world and themes introduced in The Fifth Chair into a full-length cinematic experience.

Although further development is still forthcoming, this extension of The Fifth Chair universe is exactly the sort of creative leap that can transform a festival favorite into a broader franchise, keeping fans engaged and curious as the world waits for the official green light.

Projects in Transition: Nine Terror Drive

Not all news is about forward motion, and in late 2025 The Chris Vaughn Company released a careful statement about Nine Terror Drive, confirming it’s currently on an indefinite development pause as Vaughn reassesses its direction and tone in keeping with his personal convictions.

While no casting or promotional materials will be released in the near term, early interest from industry creatives and investors hints that this story could return with renewed clarity and purpose in the future.

Looking Ahead

What’s apparent across all these projects is a clear creative through-line: Chris Vaughn and his collaborators build films that reach both the heart and the mind. Whether it’s filmed honesty in Feelin’ Lucky, character-driven momentum in Lucky Bastard, or the rich, festival-ready prose of The Fifth Chair, The Chris Vaughn Company continues to craft work that invites viewers into bold conversations about faith, chance, and identity, all while building genuine anticipation for what’s next.