‘The Black Phone 2’ Calls Back This October
The year 2025 is shaping up to be a treat for horror fans, with the highly anticipated sequel ‘The Black Phone 2’ set to hit theaters this October. Continuing the chilling narrative established in its 2021 predecessor, the sequel promises to delve deeper into the cryptic world created by director Scott Derrickson.
Building on a Box Office Success
‘The Black Phone’ took audiences and critics by surprise in 2021, becoming one of the most unexpected box office successes of the year. Based on a chilling short story by Joe Hill, son of horror master Stephen King, the film center around Finney, a teenage boy abducted by a masked serial killer known only as The Grabber. Trapped in a soundproof basement, Finney discovers a disconnected black rotary phone that allows him to communicate with the spirits of The Grabber’s previous victims.
The film’s success wasn’t just measured in dollars – with a budget of $18 million, ‘The Black Phone’ generated over $161 million worldwide – but also in critical acclaim.
The Sequel Takes Shape
Director Derrickson had long held aspirations to adapt Hill’s short story, but initially struggled to envision material that would expand upon the source material. These challenges led him to prioritize his second project with Marvel Studios, ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.’ However, after parting ways with Marvel due to creative differences, Derrickson redirected his focus toward bringing ‘The Black Phone’ to life.
According to Derrickson, Hill presented him with “a great idea” for a potential sequel. This creative spark, combined with the film’s impressive box office performance, ultimately paved the way for ‘The Black Phone 2.’
The sequel is currently in production, with the majority of the original cast slated to reprise their roles. This include Ethan Hawke, who delivered a memorably chilling performance as The Grabber.
Official logo for ‘THE BLACK PHONE 2.’
Now in production. pic.twitter.com/eLZNuAqw4Q
— The Hollywood Handle (@HollywoodHandle) November 4, 2024
While details about the plot remain largely under wraps, fans eagerly anticipate what new horrors and twists await in ‘The Black Phone 2.’ Will we see the return of Finney, seeking to confront the darkness that haunts him? Or will the sequel explore new victims ensnared by The Grabber’s insidious game?
The countdown is on, and horror fans everywhere are marking their calendars for ‘The Black Phone 2’.
Who do you think will be the main antagonist in the sequel, considering The Grabber’s fate in the first film?
## The Black Phone is Ringing Again: An Interview with [GUEST NAME]
**HOST:** Welcome back to the show! Today we’re talking about a sequel that’s got horror fans buzzing: “The Black Phone 2”! [GUEST NAME], you’re a big fan of the original film. What are your thoughts on this exciting news?
**[GUEST NAME]:** I’m thrilled! “The Black Phone” was such a unique and chilling experience. It was genuinely scary, but it also had this emotional core with Finney’s desperation and the spirits trying to help him. The idea that they’re expanding on this world, exploring it further, is incredibly exciting.
**HOST:** The original film was a huge surprise hit, both critically and commercially. Do you think there’s pressure on the sequel to live up to that success?
**[GUEST NAME]:** Absolutely, there’s always pressure with a sequel. But I think what made the first film work so well was its originality and atmosphere. If they can recapture that same sense of dread and suspense, I think “The Black Phone 2” will be a success.
**HOST:** We know that Scott Derrickson, the director of the original, is back at the helm. How important is that for the sequel’s success?
**[GUEST NAME]:** It’s huge. Derrickson has a real knack for crafting suspenseful horror. He understands pacing and building tension. Having him return gives me a lot of confidence that the sequel will be in good hands. [ [1](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Black_Phone_2) ]
**HOST:** October can’t come soon enough! [GUEST NAME], thanks so much for your insights. We can’t wait to see what horrors “The Black Phone 2” has in store for us!
