Grace is back and she’s not playing games—well, actually, she is. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come officially premiered at the SXSW Film & TV Festival on March 13, 2026, and the early buzz is electric. Samara Weaving reprises her role as the resilient Grace, joined by franchise newcomer Kathryn Newton in a story that expands the deadly hide-and-seek lore of the first film.

The sequel currently holds a stellar 92% on Rotten Tomatoes based on early reviews. Critics are praising directors Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett for amping up the scale while keeping the dark humor that made the 2019 original a cult favorite. Searchlight Pictures is handling the distribution, moving the film from the festival circuit to a wide theatrical release on March 20, 2026.

Early feedback from outlets like Variety and Dread Central highlights the chemistry between Weaving and Newton as a standout element of the new chapter. The film reportedly doubles down on the gore and the satirical take on the ultra-wealthy. With a release date just days away, Ready or Not 2 is currently tracking to be a significant box office win for the horror genre this spring.