The stakes have been raised from a mansion to the entire planet in the first official trailer for “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come,” released Thursday by Searchlight Pictures. Samara Weaving returns as the tenacious Grace, who discovers surviving the first film’s deadly game was only the beginning, triggering a new, global hunt where she must protect her estranged sister to survive.
Expected Plot of ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’
The sequel is predicted as per reports to pick up immediately after the first movie, with Grace learning she has unknowingly activated a new level of the gruesome ritual. A mysterious figure known as The Lawyer, played by Elijah Wood, informs her that by surviving, she has triggered a “double or nothing” game. This time, the heads of four rival “High Council” families will hunt Grace and her newly introduced sister, Faith (Kathryn Newton), with the winner claiming a “High Seat” that controls the world.
Who stars in the ‘Ready or Not 2’ cast?
The official cast for Ready or Not 2: Here I Come features a mix of returning stars and major horror icons. Samara Weaving reprises her role as Grace, while the sequel introduces her estranged sister and new powerful antagonists known as the “High Council.”
Primary Cast
- Samara Weaving as Grace MacCaullay: The survivor of the Le Domas massacre who is forced back into a global version of the game.
- Kathryn Newton as Faith MacCaullay: Grace’s estranged younger sister who joins her in the fight for survival.
- Elijah Wood as The Lawyer: A mysterious figure who informs Grace she has triggered a new “double or nothing” game level.
- Sarah Michelle Gellar as Ursula Danforth: A member of one of the four rival “High Council” families hunting Grace.
- David Cronenberg as Mr. Danforth: The patriarch and head of the powerful Danforth family.
- Shawn Hatosy as Titus Danforth: Another key member of the Danforth family pursuit.
- Néstor Carbonell as Ignacio: Part of the ensemble cast of hunters.
- Kevin Durand: Cast in an undisclosed role, reteaming with directors Radio Silence after Abigail.
Supporting Cast
- Olivia Cheng
- Varun Saranga
- Daniel Beirne
- Maia Jae as Francesca El Caido
- Nadeem Umar-Khitab as Viraj Rajan
Release Date of ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’
The original filmmaking duo Radio Silence—directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett—return to helm the sequel. The film is rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and brief drug use. It will have its world premiere at the SXSW Film Festival in Austin, Texas on March 13, 2026, followed by a wide theatrical release in the US and UK/Ireland on March 20, 2026.
Decoding the Trailer of ‘Ready or Not 2’
The trailer confirms a broader scale, expanding the story from a single family’s estate to a global conspiracy. Important moments show The Lawyer explaining the rules in chilling detail, Faith being revealed as Grace’s new ally, and flashes of powerful families on their trail. The tone keeps the first film’s mix of brutal horror and dark comedy, promising bigger sequences and gruesome results.
Watch the Trailer of ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’
FAQs:
Q: When does ‘Ready or Not 2’ come out?
A: “Ready or Not 2: Here I Come” hits theaters worldwide on March 20, 2026.
Q: Is the original creative team involved?
A: Yes. The directing team Radio Silence and writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy all returned for the sequel.
Q: What is the movie rated?
A: The film has an R rating for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and brief drug use.
