Ready or Not 2 is in the works, with directors Radio Silence teasing exciting new creative directions and the possible return of key cast members like Samara Weaving.
Directors Tyler Gillett and Matt Bettinelli-Olpin, along with their producer partner Chad Villella, collectively known as the filmmaking trio Radio Silence, have been developing a sequel to Ready or Not since 2019. In a recent interview with Entertainment Weekly, they confirmed their ongoing efforts on the project. They express enthusiasm, suggesting that if everything falls into place and the sequel gets made, it will be nothing short of “an absolute f—ing banger.”
Despite the four-year gap since the original movie’s release, Ready Or Not 2 has not yet been officially confirmed. However, a recent update from Bettinelli-Olpin and Gillett has provided reasons for optimism regarding the project. You can read the directing duo’s full comments below:
It’s getting figured out. That’s what we’ll say: Ready or Not 2 is getting figured out. What we can say is that there is a script that is an absolute f–king banger of a sequel. And however it gets made, and in whatever capacity we are helping get it made, we are so excited that it’s happening. That movie is truly the love of our creative lives in a lot of ways.
What Ready or Not Was About
The 2019 dark comedy thriller featuring Samara Weaving as a newlywed thrust into a deadly game of hide and seek with her in-laws garnered widespread acclaim for its seamless mix of horror and humor. Weaving’s stellar performance earned her recognition as a future scream queen. Beyond its popularity with audiences, critics lauded the film for its clever script and incisive social commentary, propelling it to sleeper-hit status that defied expectations. The movie’s fusion of suspense and satire attracted a devoted fanbase eagerly anticipating more from the franchise.
Will Samara Weaving Return for ‘Ready or Not 2’?
The potential return of Samara Weaving, whose performance was crucial to the success of the first film, was hinted by Bettinelli-Olpin. He teased, “It’s just a chance to get to see Samara doing that again,” but quickly added with a laugh, “Oh, I don’t know. Spoilers. Who knows?” The duo also discussed the numerous possibilities for the sequel, considering the bloody conclusion of the first film. “There’s so many options,” Bettinelli-Olpin noted, while Gillett promised that the script “is going to surprise you.”
Ready Or Not 2 Story Possibilities
After the conclusion of Ready or Not, there are two primary directions that Ready or Not 2 could explore: continuing the narrative from the first movie or taking the anthology route. One possibility for the sequel involves following Grace’s journey following the events of the initial film. Because her husband died due to the explosions, she couldn’t get a divorce from her husband. So, Grace may find herself still connected to the Le Domas family. Consequently, she could inherit their wealth and be subject to the curse resulting from their deal with Mr. Le Bail. If this scenario unfolds, the curse could potentially impact Grace and any future spouse she may choose to marry in Ready or Not 2.
Alternatively, Ready or Not 2 could evolve into an anthology series, focusing on a different family rather than the La Domases. Given the existing lore, it’s unlikely that Ready or Not’s demon made a deal with only one family. Mr. Le Bail, who thrived on being worshiped, required families to sacrifice humans and animals and chant his name. It’s plausible that Mr. Le Bail made similar deals with many other families, potentially controlling the entire 1%. This direction seems likely based on the filmmakers’ comments about the various endings they considered for the first movie.
