Upcoming Netflix Horror Sequel Reveals First Clip (And a Monster-Sized Weapon)

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Netflix has shared a sneak peek at the upcoming sequel of their monster movie “Troll 2”. The short clip, presented during Netflix’s 2025 content preview, introduces the “Sunna Helicopter” – an advanced military helicopter armed with powerful UV light emitters. This unique feature is designed to capitalize on the trolls’ vulnerability to daylight. In the video, we see returning actress Ine Marie Wilmann as paleontologist Nora Tidemann inspecting the aircraft alongside Mads Sjøgård Pettersen’s character Kristoffer, who excitedly showcases their “troll-slaying marvel”. This initial glimpse at the sequel is part of Netflix’s strategy to generate excitement for the continuation of one of their most popular international releases. The original “Troll” garnered over 103 million views within its first 91 days on the platform.

In the sequel, the advanced UV defense system showcases a substantial upgrade in our counteraction towards the troll problem introduced in the first film. The formal military backdrop of its unveiling suggests heavy government investment in warding off future troll encroachments, starkly contrasting with the makeshift strategies used in the original tale. However, Tidemann’s presence in the footage underscores that scientific knowledge continues to be pivotal in comprehending and battling these mythical creatures, despite the focus shifting towards weapons.

In his return to the franchise, Director Roar Uthaug, along with writer Espen Aukan and producers Espen Horn and Kristian Strand Sinkerud, aim to broaden the series’ scope while preserving its connection to Norwegian folklore. The team is dedicated to maintaining cultural accuracy, ensuring that the upcoming sequel will strike a balance between enhanced production elements and the local flavor that made the original stand out. This strategy worked well for the film Troll, which managed to crack the Top 10 in 93 countries, even though it wasn’t an English-language release, eventually becoming Netflix’s most-watched non-English film.

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Netflix‘s 2025 lineup includes the movie “Troll 2” along with several other prominent genre releases. Notably, they have confirmed some high-profile projects such as Guillermo del Toro’s “Frankenstein,” starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, “The Electric State” featuring Millie Bobby Brown, and “Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery” with Daniel Craig reprising his role as detective Benoit Blanc.

Netflix’s 2025 lineup goes beyond just blockbuster movies, as it includes new productions by esteemed filmmakers such as Kathryn Bigelow and Noah Baumbach. Moreover, the platform is gearing up for the final seasons of popular series like Squid Game, Stranger Things, and Wednesday’s second season. Additionally, Netflix is broadening its global content offerings with returning shows like Delhi Crime from India and Alice in Borderland from Japan entering their third seasons.

In the upcoming sequel for “Troll 2,” producers Horn and Sinkerud have affirmed that they will continue delving into Norwegian folklore to preserve the cultural richness that set the original apart. Director Uthaug, expressing his joy when the sequel was announced, stated that making “Troll” was a fulfillment of a lifelong dream and the global response to their Norwegian production has been astounding. The unveiling of Sunna Helicopter offers a first glimpse into how the sequel intends to broaden its predecessor’s universe, incorporating fresh aspects while deepening the mythology introduced in the initial film.

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Troll 2 will premiere on Netflix in 2025.

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2025-01-31 14:09