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Ready or Not 2: Here I Come

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is a 2026 American comedy horror film and sequel to Ready or Not (2019).

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is a 2026 American comedy horror film and sequel to Ready or Not (2019). Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, it stars Samara Weaving as Grace MacCaullay, with Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood in supporting roles.

Premise

The film continues Grace’s story after the events of Ready or Not, with her and her estranged sister caught in another deadly contest involving powerful elite families.

Production

The sequel reunites directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett with writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy.

Cast

The cast includes returning lead Samara Weaving and new additions Kathryn Newton and Sarah Michelle Gellar, along with Shawn Hatosy, David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood.

Release

Searchlight Pictures scheduled the film for theatrical release in 2026, and it was released in cinemas on March 20, 2026.

Key facts

  • It is a sequel to Ready or Not (2019).
  • Samara Weaving reprises her role as Grace MacCaullay.
  • The film is directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett.
  • The story continues immediately after the events of the first film and follows Grace protecting her estranged sister while facing elite rival families in a ritual for power.
  • Rotten Tomatoes lists the film as 1 hour 48 minutes long and rated R.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ready or Not 2?
It is a 2026 American comedy horror film and sequel to Ready or Not (2019).
Who directed Ready or Not 2?
Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett directed the film.
Who stars in Ready or Not 2?
The film stars Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood.
What is the story about?
Grace must protect her estranged sister while being hunted by rival elite families in a new deadly ritual.
When was Ready or Not 2 released?
It was released theatrically on March 20, 2026.
What genre is Ready or Not 2?
It is a comedy horror film; Rotten Tomatoes also categorizes it under horror, mystery and thriller, and comedy.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ready_or_Not_2:_Here_I_Come
    Supports: Basic film identification, directors, writers, cast, sequel status, and plot overview.
  2. Wikipedia (German-language entry) — https://www.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ready_or_Not_2
    Supports: Alternative title, year, runtime, and sequel identification.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/ready_or_not_2_here_i_come
    Supports: Runtime, MPAA-style rating, genres, release dates, and box office gross.
  4. Deadline — https://deadline.com/2025/06/ready-or-not-2-here-i-come-release-date-1236425075/
    Supports: Theatrical release scheduling, returning filmmakers, screenplay credit, and cast list.