Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is a 2026 American horror–dark comedy thriller. It blends survival horror, dark comedy, and sharp social satire.
The film is directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, with a script by Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy.
The cast includes Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Elijah Wood, Kevin Durand, and David Cronenberg.
Set after the events of the 2019 film Ready or Not, the story follows Grace as she becomes the target of powerful families bound by deadly rituals.
The film premieres at South by Southwest and releases theatrically on March 27, 2026, from Searchlight Pictures.
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Age Rating
Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is officially rated R (Restricted) by the MPA for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and brief drug use. This rating reflects frequent graphic content, intense threat, and mature material throughout the film, making it unsuitable for viewers under 17 without adult supervision.
Violence & Peril
The violence is strong and graphic, with a heavy emphasis on gore. Characters are hunted, attacked, and killed using guns, crossbows, knives, and blunt objects. Several deaths are exaggerated and messy, featuring heavy blood splatter, dismemberment, and exploding bodies. The tone mixes dark humor with sustained tension, but the peril remains constant and intense.
Language
Profanity is pervasive and frequent throughout the film. Strong language includes repeated uses of f-word variants and other crude expressions. The dialogue often escalates during moments of fear, pain, or sarcastic humor, leaving little relief from the verbal intensity.
Mature Themes
The film explores ritual sacrifice, generational wealth, moral corruption, and survival trauma. Characters are hunted for power and profit, reinforcing themes of exploitation and violence. Brief drug use is implied or shown, alongside alcohol consumption in elite social settings. There is minimal sexual content, but the overall tone is bleak, violent, and adult.
Is Ready or Not 2: Here I Come Suitable for Teens?
Ages 12–14: Not Suitable. The graphic violence, gore, and constant threat are far too intense for this age group.
Ages 15–16: Not Recommended. Even mature teens may find the explicit gore, strong language, and nihilistic themes overwhelming.
Ages 17+: Yes, for Mature Viewers. Older teens who enjoy extreme horror-comedy may handle the content, but it remains intense.
Overall Recommendation: Best suited for adults and horror fans aged 17 and up.
What Parents Can Do
- Prepare older teens for extreme gore and stylized but graphic deaths.
- Discuss the film’s satirical take on wealth, power, and moral corruption.
- Encourage conversation about fear, survival, and how humor is used to offset violence.
Official Trailer
FAQs
Q: What is the age rating for Ready or Not 2: Here I Come?
A: The film is rated R for strong bloody violence, gore, pervasive language, and brief drug use.
Q: Is Ready or Not 2 appropriate for kids?
A: No. The graphic violence and adult themes make it unsuitable for children.
Q: Is Ready or Not 2 suitable for teens?
A: It is not recommended for teens under 17 due to intense gore and language.
Q: How violent or scary is Ready or Not 2?
A: The film features frequent graphic deaths, heavy bloodshed, and constant life-or-death tension.
Q: Does the movie contain sexual content or nudity?
A: There is little to no sexual content, but the violence is extreme.
Q: Where can I watch Ready or Not 2: Here I Come?
A: The film releases theatrically on March 27, 2026, and is expected to stream later on platforms associated with Searchlight Pictures.