Ethan Hawke and Mason Thames return in Black Phone 2: Here’s where to watch this supernatural horror sequel

Black Phone 2 is bringing Ethan Hawke, Mason Thames, and Madeleine McGraw back for another sinister ride. This mystery-laden horror film is the sequel to Black Phone, and ever since the trailer dropped, the expectations have only doubled. After the success of its first installment, the phone is all set to ring again with Black Phone 2. Ahead of its release in October this year, here’s more about the original cast, trailer, and plot.

Black Phone 2 release date

Black Phone sequel titled Black Phone 2 is another supernatural horror film that is awaited for its theatrical release. The movie will be releasing almost a month after The Conjuring: Last Rites but during the spooky Hall oween season. Ethan Hawke’s horror sequel Black Phone 2 will hit the theaters on October 17.

Black Phone 2 cast and trailer

Helmed by Scott Derrickson, Black Phone 2 features Ethan Hawke’s return as the evil villain, The Grabbers. Mason Thames plays the teen boy, Finney, who survived the abduction and killed a serial killer. Madeleine McGraw plays Gwen, Finney's sister, who is terrified with dark nightmares around the eponymous portal. Miguel Mora also reprises his role from the original film. The supporting cast also features Demián Bichir, Jeremy Davies, and others.

With suspenseful tones and a solid trailer clip, Black Phone 2 has already elevated the expectations of fans. Many viewers gave a big thumbs up to the trailer. One of them wrote, “Considering what their abilities were in the first film, this actually makes quite a bit of sense. I’m here for it.”

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Another one showered praise on Ethan’s villain avatar and shared, “I love how Ethan is the Springwood Slasher in the first film, a flesh-and-blood child murderer, and in the second film he’s full-on Freddy Krueger.”

In the trailer, we witness The Gabber’s terrifying return as he vows to come back beyond the grave for his bloody vengeance. Finn and his sister will team up again to solve the sinister mystery. Take a look below:

Written by C. Robert Cargill and Scott Derrickson, Black Phone 2 is jointly produced by Jason Blum, Scott Derrickson, and C. Robert Cargill. It is backed by Universal and Blumhouse productions.

FAQs:

Q. Is Black Phone 2 a sequel?

A. Yes, Black Phone 2 is a sequel to Black Phone.

Q. When to watch Black Phone 2?

A. Black Phone 2 is set to release on October 17.

Q. Who is the lead villain in Black Phone 2?

A. Ethan Hawke returns as the villain in Black Phone 2. He will reprise his serial killer role as The Gabbers, who becomes a deadly ghost in the sequel.