Sequel to 'Ready or Not' Confirmed for March 2026 Release with Expanded Stakes

The cinematic continuation of the deadly matrimonial games, titled *Ready or Not 2: Here I Come*, is officially scheduled for a theatrical release in United States cinemas on March 20, 2026. The film will debut following its world premiere at the SXSW festival. Samara Weaving is set to reprise her role as Grace MacCaullay, the survivor of the initial contest orchestrated by the Le Domas family.

The original 2019 film, directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, achieved a worldwide gross of $57.6 million against a production budget of $6 million, establishing the foundation for the sequel. Writer Guy Busick confirmed that the follow-up begins immediately after the conclusion of the first film, with Grace waking in a hospital setting, having had no time to process the preceding events. Her survival against the Le Domas clan has reportedly instigated a broader conflict, escalating the scenario into a more complex engagement.

This new installment directly connects Grace's fate to the 'High Seat,' a global authority or world-controlling council, significantly raising the stakes from the previous film to a contest for worldwide control. Grace will be joined by her estranged younger sister, Faith MacCaullay, portrayed by Kathryn Newton, who has also been targeted by the new adversaries. The roster of opponents includes Sarah Michelle Gellar as Ursula Danforth, while Elijah Wood takes on a role that involves informing Grace of the revised, high-stakes rules.

The directorial team of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, known for their work within the Radio Silence collective, returns, having previously directed *Scream VI* and *Abigail*. They are joined by returning writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy, who are focusing on world-building to justify the sequel beyond the premise of the first film. The narrative shift suggests the occult pact binding the Le Domas family now involves multiple influential families, transforming a localized ritual into a struggle for geopolitical influence.

Principal photography for *Ready or Not 2: Here I Come* took place in Toronto, commencing on April 21, 2025, and concluding on June 2, 2025. The production features an ensemble cast including Shawn Hatosy, David Cronenberg, Néstor Carbonell, and Kevin Durand. The film retains an R-rating, signaling a continuation of the dark comedy and suspense that resonated with audiences who awarded the first film an A- CinemaScore.