Samara Weaving, Radio Silence Set for ‘Ready or Not 2' – Here's What We Know
Fans of the 2019 horror-comedy Ready or Not have something to celebrate: Samara Weaving is reuniting with the creative trio behind the original film for a sequel. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, with Chad Villella executive producing under their Radio Silence banner, the first movie captivated audiences with its sharp blend of suspense and dark humor. Now, the stakes are even higher as the filmmakers gear up to deliver another chilling yet entertaining ride.
The original Ready or Not told the story of Grace (Weaving), a newlywed who becomes entangled in a deadly family game of hide-and-seek, all part of an ancient pact with a demonic force. Weaving's performance was lauded for balancing humor with the terror of her character's predicament. The film, written by Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy, became a surprise hit, grossing over $28 million domestically on a modest $6 million budget. With its memorable mix of gore, wit, and social satire, Ready or Not quickly gained a cult following.
Although plot details for the sequel are still under wraps, Busick and Murphy are returning to write the script, and key producers like Tripp Vinson and James Vanderbilt are on board once again. Given the success of the original, there's a lot of excitement surrounding how they will expand on the first film's world. Will we see another twisted family tradition, or perhaps a new set of characters caught in a similar web of terror?
The return of Samara Weaving and Radio Silence is exciting news. Their collaboration on Ready or Not was fresh, unpredictable, and thoroughly enjoyable. A sequel has great potential, but I hope it maintains the clever balance of horror and humor that made the original stand out.
What do you hope to see in Ready or Not 2? Do you think it will top the original, or is it a tough act to follow?
