Paramount has finally set the Smile 2 release date as an upcoming horror movie sequel. Following the success of Smile, which became one of the greatest horror primes of 2022 after grossing $217 million, with a budget of roughly $17 million. The movie was initially planned to come out only on Paramount+ but later hit the theaters after receiving a positive reception.
For this return, Smile director Parker Finn revealed that the sequel would include something different from the original movie. Below’s everything we know about Smille 2: release date, trailer, cast, and more. Let’s check them out!
The 2022 Smile's Overview
| Name | Smile |
| Genre | Horror/ Mystery & Thriller |
| Release | September 30, 2022 |
| Revenue | $217 million |
Will There Be A Smile 2?
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When Is Smile 2’s Release Date?
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Is There A Trailer For Smile 2?
Given that the film was only recently announced, no trailers have been released.
Above is the Smile trailer for 2022. We will update it when the official trailer for Smile 2 becomes available.
Who Is In The Smile 2’s Cast?
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While Finn is set to return, no casting information is available at the time of writing.
Given the deadly consequences of the original film's haunting, the movie is unlikely to feature the return of every member of the Smile cast, but it is likely that there will be at least one returning character that viewers will want to catch up with.
How Will Smile 2 Perform At The Box Office?
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Smile 2, the sequel to a hit horror movie, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's success, given the two-year gap between films and the potential for a less robust horror box office in 2024.
However, the return of writer-director Parker Finn and the history of successful supernatural horror sequels offer hope for its prospects. While not all original cast members may return due to the first film's deadly events.
It came close to matching the originals at the box office, and the Insidious franchise, which outperformed its original by over $60 million.
Conclusion
The eagerly anticipated release of Smile 2 is on the horizon, promising a spine-tingling experience for horror enthusiasts. While the sequel faces the daunting task of following in the footsteps of its predecessor, it benefits from the return of writer-director Parker Finn and a rich history of successful supernatural horror sequels.
Despite the challenges posed by a two-year gap and potential shifts in the horror box office landscape, Smile 2 seems poised to deliver the kind of scares and thrills that fans of the genre crave. As we count down to its release, anticipation runs high, and it remains to be seen if Smile 2 can carve its own terrifying legacy in the world of horror cinema.