'The Lego Movie' directors to pen its sequel

Phil Lord and Chris Miller, who directed and wrote the hit film 'The Lego Movie', will pen its sequel.

Whether they direct the new film or not, is yet to be known, said The Hollywood Reporter.

The next film in the 'Lego' franchise will be 'Ninjago', opening September 23, 2016.

Warners is said to be eyeing a 2017 release for its in-development 'Lego Batman' spinoff, with two currently untitled 'Leg'o movies set for 2018 and 2019 release.