Black Phone 2 Sequel Features Freddy Krueger-Like Villain Ahead October 2025 Release

The sequel to the 2021 horror hit The Black Phone, directed by Scott Derrickson, shifts from a grounded thriller to a supernatural horror with the villain, the Grabber, gaining new, terrifying powers. Ethan Hawke returns as the Grabber, who now haunts the dreams of Finney's younger sister, Gwen, and can cause harm in the dream world, drawing comparisons to Freddy Krueger from A Nightmare on Elm Street. Mason Thames reprises his role as Finney, who is now a teenager, and reveals the Grabber's powers have grown stronger, making him a more unstoppable and frightening force. The story picks up years later, exploring the connection between the Grabber and the family's history, with the terror escalating as the villain targets Finney's loved ones. The film premieres at Fantastic Fest and is set for an October 17, 2025 theatrical release, promising higher stakes and suspense. Fans and cast alike note the sequel's eerie, dreamlike atmosphere and supernatural elements as a fresh take on the franchise's mythology.