As Smile 2 continues scaring up bigger audiences than its popular predecessor at the global and domestic box offices, director Parker Finn is providing some insight into the decisions that went into the making of his horror sequel.

Ray Nicholson — the son of Hollywood icon and The Shining star Jack Nicholson — is no dull boy in Smile 2.

Smile director Parker Finn confirmed he cast Ray Nicholson in the sleeper hit sequel, due to his striking resemblance to his father Jack, who starred in the 1980s horror The Shining.

Smile 2' star Ray Nicholson spoke to comparisons between his grin and that of his father Jack Nicholson's, whom he lists as his 'hero.'

Ray Nicholson is becoming a globally renowned actor for his performance in "Smile 2." Amid the many questions from the press about his relationship with his father, Jack Nicholson, he revealed an uncommon aspect of their bond.

In order to pay tribute to his "favourite film of all time", 'Smile 2' director cast Jack Nicholson's son Ray in the new horror flick as a nod to 'The Shining'.