Ready or Not 2: Here I Come arrives this weekend as the follow-up to Ready or Not, and once again the Radio Silence team — Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett — are back behind the camera. At this point, their style is unmistakable. Between Scream, Scream VI, Abigail, the first Ready or Not, and now this sequel, they’ve carved out a very specific brand of horror-comedy: fast, bloody, self-aware, and wildly entertaining. And honestly? They still haven’t missed.
The biggest reason this sequel works so well is Samara Weaving. She’s absolutely fantastic here — physically and emotionally pushing her character even further than the first movie. There’s a raw, gritty energy to her performance that reflects everything her character has gone through, and she carries the movie effortlessly. The sequel raises the stakes, expands the world, and throws her into even more chaos, and she’s clearly game for all of it. She’s acting her ass off in this thing, and it elevates everything.
Like any good sequel, Ready or Not, Here I Come goes bigger. The mythology expands, the danger escalates, and the ensemble gets more involved. It has that chaotic group dynamic that makes these movies so fun — lots of personalities bouncing off each other, plenty of humor, and some really creative kills. One standout involves a sanitation/laundry unit that’s both brutal and darkly hilarious — exactly the kind of over-the-top moment you want from this franchise.
Another highlight is the duo of Sarah Michelle Gellar and Sean Hatosy, who are both incredible as wealthy, unhinged crooks. Gellar, in particular, feels like she’s channeling a more chaotic version of her Cruel Intentions persona — she’s so good at playing a rich snob, and here she leans fully into it. She’s manipulative, icy, and clearly a little psycho, but there’s also just enough heart underneath to keep her character interesting. Hatosy, meanwhile, pulls off one of the more surprising turns in the movie. He initially comes across as softer and less threatening, but as things escalate, he completely flips the switch into something genuinely menacing. Watching him transition from seemingly harmless to full-blown psychopath is a lot of fun, and the two of them together bring a great chaotic energy whenever they’re on screen.
Elijah Wood also looks like he’s having a blast. Knowing how bodies explode in this universe, he’s constantly hiding behind objects to avoid getting covered in blood. It’s a small physical comedy detail, but it works every time. He’s basically the devil’s lawyer, staying just out of harm’s way while chaos unfolds around him.
One of the few nitpicks comes from the repeated conflict between the sisters. The movie revisits the same emotional argument multiple times, and by the second or third round, it starts to feel redundant. They have a big confrontation, seemingly resolve it, then repeat the exact same fight not long after. It’s the only stretch where the pacing drags slightly.
There’s also a role played by Maia Jae (Francesca) that feels like it could have been bigger — and honestly, it almost feels like the part was meant for Melissa Barrera. She was perfectly fine, but you can’t help imagining how that dynamic would’ve played if Barrera had been in the role, especially with the potential for two powerhouse leads clashing. It’s one of those “what could have been” casting moments that might have elevated the movie even more.
Still, those are minor complaints. The film delivers what you want: big laughs, fun kills, and a satisfying escalation from the original. The ending is cool, leaves the door open for a possible third entry, and keeps the franchise feeling alive.
Radio Silence clearly has a formula at this point. Their movies aren’t identical, but they share a tone, rhythm, and sense of humor. Whether that “schtick” eventually gets old remains to be seen — but for now, it still works. They know how to make entertaining horror comedies, and this is another strong entry in their lineup.
Overall, Ready or Not, Here I Come is a really fun follow-up that expands on everything that made the first movie work.
Great kills. Big laughs. Strong performances. And once again, Samara Weaving proves she’s the heart of this franchise.
A bloody good time at the movies. 🩸🎭
Ready Or Not 2: Here I Come = 81/100
