Horror fans, brace yourselves – Paramount Plus has just dropped a spine-chilling announcement. The streaming giant has confirmed that the terrifying 2022 hit Smile is getting a sequel, aptly titled Smile 2, set to haunt screens in 2024.
The original film, directed by Parker Finn, became a sleeper success, grossing over $217 million worldwide. Its unsettling premise – a cursed smile that spreads like a virus – left audiences sleepless. Now, Finn returns to helm the sequel, promising even more psychological torment and gruesome scares.
What Can We Expect from Smile 2?
While plot details remain tightly under wraps, insiders suggest the sequel will expand the sinister mythology introduced in the first film. The original followed Dr. Rose Cotter (Sosie Bacon) as she battled a supernatural entity that manifested through victims' grins before driving them to violent ends.
Industry rumours indicate the sequel might explore:
- The origins of the terrifying smile curse
- New characters falling prey to the phenomenon
- Even more disturbing death sequences
- Potential connections to real-world mental health themes
Why This Announcement Matters
The horror genre continues to dominate streaming platforms, with psychological thrillers particularly resonating with pandemic-era audiences. Smile's success proved that original horror concepts can break through in a market saturated with franchises and remakes.
Paramount's decision to fast-track the sequel reflects their confidence in Finn's vision and the property's potential to become a new horror franchise. The announcement comes as the studio strengthens its Paramount Plus horror offerings, competing with platforms like Netflix's Haunting of Hill House and HBO's Last of Us.
Mark your calendars – the nightmare continues in 2024. Will you dare to watch?
