Syfy renews ‘Face Off’ for fourth season


Bryan Singer, who directed the historical war thriller motion picture |*|Valkyrie|*|, attends the Los Angeles premiere of the film at the Directors Guild of America on December 18, 2008.  (UPI Photo/Jim Ruymen)

Syfy says it has renewed its Hollywood makeup design competition series “Face Off” for a fourth season.

The announcement was made Monday by Mark Stern, president of original content for Syfy and co-head of original content for Universal Cable Productions.

The new season is slated for a 2013 premiere. Director Bryan Singer will make a guest appearance in an upcoming episode. Singer”s films include “The Usual Suspects,” the X-Men film franchise and “Superman Returns.”

“”Face Off” has proven itself as a quality, signature series for Syfy,” Stern said in a statement. “The success the series has achieved in its three seasons — from both a critical and ratings standpoint — establishes a strong foundation as we continue to build the momentum for Season 4. It”s a pleasure to continue to showcase talented special effects artists with this addictive program.”

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