Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Review: Bigger, Bloodier, & Just as Fun

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While Ready or Not: Here I Come could have easily been a typical sequel, the filmmakers thankfully took a different approach. If you enjoyed the first movie and Samara Weaving’s performance, you’ll likely appreciate this sequel even more and the larger world that directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett are creating.

The film restarts with Grace reliving her chaotic wedding day, picking up exactly where the last one ended. When the police arrive seeking answers, things get even more complicated with the unexpected arrival of her sister, Faith. Together, they’re once again battling a deadly cult of wealthy individuals, now led by a peculiar brother and sister duo (Sarah Michelle Gellar and Shawn Hatosy) and a surprisingly odd lawyer (Elijah Wood). Despite following a similar plot to the first movie, the script by Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy manages to keep the suspense and excitement at a high level.

There’s just something incredibly captivating about the Ready or Not movies – maybe it’s a nostalgic fondness for games like Hide and Seek, or perhaps it’s the wild energy Anthony Weaving brings to the role. Seeing Weaving and Newton covered in blood and desperately running for their lives is entertaining on its own, but Here I Come expands on the story established in the first film and leaves you excited to see what other deadly games this Satanic cult might have in store.

Samara Weaving and Kathryn Newton Are a Tag Team Made in Heaven

Grace and Faith were sisters who both grew up in foster care, but Grace distanced herself from Faith and didn’t maintain a relationship. This led to the belief that Grace had no family. However, the dynamic between these two sisters is a key reason why the film Ready or Not: Here I Come is so effective. Their complicated family history drives the dangerous game at the heart of the movie, but feels natural and isn’t overly dramatic, likely due to the strong performances from actors Weaving and Newton, who are well-known for their work with the filmmaking team.

Newton is accustomed to filming violent scenes, a skill she honed while working on Abigail. Combined with Weaving’s talent for delivering both funny lines and convincingly terrifying screams, the two actresses create a compelling dynamic at the center of Ready or Not: Here I Come. Newton’s character, Faith, mirrors Grace from the first film – initially confused, then furious, and ultimately driven by a desire for vengeance, all while getting covered in blood.

Giving Faith that key role allowed Grace Weaving to fully express her frustration. She’s completely fed up throughout the film, and that intensity complements Newton’s more controlled anger as Faith, creating a compelling dynamic.

The Satanic Council From Hell

The first movie showed how a broken chosen family caused a lot of problems, and the sequel ramps that up. This time, imagine Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Dr. Jack Abbott (from The Pitt) as siblings with a complicated past – maybe even a romantic one! If that sounds interesting, you’ll love the new characters. While the first movie focused on Grace discovering what was happening and if her husband was trustworthy, the sequel reveals just how far this cult’s influence reaches.

Knowing that families mysteriously burst into flames if they lose, the game Ready or Not: Here I Come cleverly reveals the dark history behind it all. Thankfully, Wood’s character is an expert on the occult who explains the rules and what needs to happen to Grace and Faith before the game ends. It’s especially entertaining to watch Gellar and Hatosky play the wealthy, villainous siblings – their dynamic is reminiscent of the power struggles seen in Game of Thrones.

The Kind of Sequel Ready or Not Deserves

Many horror movies are great on first viewing, but don’t hold up to rewatching. We thought that was true of Ready or Not. However, Ready or Not: Here I Come is a worthy sequel. It builds on the original with clever kills, higher stakes, and a richer story, giving Grace a chance to lead her own franchise that feels organic, not forced. While the chemistry between Weaving and Newton is still a major highlight, the movie is simply a blast to watch.

The original Ready or Not was a fun, lighthearted horror film that introduced audiences to a compelling heroine. Ready or Not: Here I Come delivers the same enjoyable experience, but with even more to appreciate. Similar to their recent film Abigail, this movie proves that the filmmaking team, Radio Silence, excels at creating entertaining horror and giving audiences memorable moments – like Grace’s iconic, blood-soaked wedding dress.

Ready or Not: Here I Come hits theaters on March 20.

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2026-03-14 04:06