What Is Black Phone 2
Black Phone 2 is an American supernatural horror film released in 2025. It is a sequel to The Black Phone 2021 and is directed by Scott Derrickson co written with C. Robert Cargill.
The film stars Ethan Hawke returning as The Grabber with Mason Thames as Finney and Madeleine McGraw as Gwen reprising key roles.
It follows the trauma and supernatural fallout four years after the first film with new horrors evoked in a winter camp setting.
Plot Overview
In Black Phone 2 Finney who is now 17 is still coping with the aftermath of his ordeal with The Grabber. His younger sister Gwen who is 15 begins receiving chilling phone calls in her dreams and horrifying visions of children being stalked at a remote winter camp called Alpine Lake.
Gwen convinces Finney to accompany her to the camp during a snowstorm. There they uncover a sinister connection between their family’s past and the killer’s surviving legacy. The nightmare they thought was over is just beginning.
Cast and Crew Highlights
- Ethan Hawke as The Grabber
- Mason Thames as Finney
- Madeleine McGraw as Gwen
- Jeremy Davies as Terrence
- Demián Bichir joins the sequel
- Director Scott Derrickson
- Writers Scott Derrickson and C. Robert Cargill
The combination of young talent and experienced actors gives the film strong emotional performances especially Madeleine McGraw and Ethan Hawke.
Release and Reception
Theatrical release in the United States was October 17 2025.
Critical response has been generally positive with the movie holding a 72 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
The film opened strongly at the box office and has performed well among horror audiences.
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Strengths and Weaknesses
Strengths
- Elevated horror elements beyond typical jump scares with dream logic winter camp setting and deep character trauma
- Strong performances from the ensemble cast especially Madeleine McGraw and Ethan Hawke
- Creative expansion of the first film focusing on survival and legacy
Weaknesses
- Some viewers feel the tone is inconsistent or that the supernatural threads are confusing
- A few pacing issues in the middle act and heavy reliance on visual style over narrative clarity
The film is a must see for fans of psychological and supernatural horror.
Why the Movie Matters
Black Phone 2 adds to the growing list of successful horror sequels and continues the story of The Grabber.
The film explores trauma survival sibling bonds and supernatural terror which keeps horror fans engaged.
Because it is a sequel to a successful film and produced by Blumhouse Productions search volume and online discussion are significant.
Black Phone 2 builds on the chilling legacy of its predecessor by exploring the long term effects of trauma and fear. With haunting visuals strong performances and a fresh winter camp setting it delivers a gripping horror experience. Fans of psychological and supernatural horror will find it worth watching.
