Black Phone 2 is a psychological and supernatural horror sequel releasing in theaters on October 17, 2025. Directed by Scott Derrickson, it deepens the mythos of The Grabber, focusing on the lingering trauma after the original film’s events. This time, Finn (Mason Thames), now 17, and his sister Gwen (Madeleine McGraw) are haunted by disturbing visions linked to a winter camp called Alpine Lake and the sinister black phone. Ethan Hawke returns as The Grabber, whose evil presence is felt from beyond the grave.
Plot Highlights
- The story continues several years after Finn’s escape from The Grabber, with both siblings struggling with their emotional scars.
- Gwen begins receiving psychic calls from the black phone in her dreams, involving three boys stalked at Alpine Lake.
- Finn and Gwen must return to the camp to uncover dark secrets and confront the killer’s revenge, with the phone ringing again.
- The movie explores not just fear, but the aftermath of trauma, giving the sequel more character depth and emotional weight.
Cast & Crew
- Mason Thames as Finn
- Madeleine McGraw as Gwen
- Ethan Hawke as The Grabber
- Jeremy Davies, Miguel Mora, Arianna Rivas, Anna Lore (supporting roles)
- Directed by: Scott Derrickson
- Writers: Scott Derrickson, C. Robert Cargill, Joe Hill (based on the story by Joe Hill)
- Produced by: Blumhouse Productions, Universal Pictures
Runtime: 1h 54m
Rating: R (strong violence, language, teen drug use)
Why to Watch
- Fans praised its increased emotional intensity and more haunting scares compared to the first film.
- The story expands the supernatural mythology and delivers standout performances—especially by Madeleine McGraw.
- Stunning cinematography that transitions between gritty reality and unsettling dream sequences.
- For horror enthusiasts, there’s more graphic violence, psychological depth, and a chilling twist reminiscent of classic ‘Elm Street’ and ‘slasher’ franchises.
Trivia & Reception
- Gwen’s psychic visions and the cursed camp add a fresh layer to the story’s supernatural angle.
- The movie scored a 61 Metascore, averaged 6.6/10 IMDb user rating, and was lauded by critics for its atmosphere and character-driven narrative.
- Box office gross: $49 million US, $84.5 million worldwide.
- Available only in theaters (no streaming at launch).
FAQs
A1: October 17, 2025 (theatrical release in US and globally).
A2: Mason Thames, Ethan Hawke, Madeleine McGraw, Jeremy Davies, Miguel Mora.
A3: Yes, it continues the story from the original ‘The Black Phone’ with the same central characters.
A4: A cursed winter camp known as Alpine Lake, and the hometown of Finn and Gwen.
A5: The Grabber’s evil persists through supernatural means, haunting the siblings from beyond the grave.