The action-thriller sequel "Ready or Not 2: Here I Come" has arrived on streaming platforms, available now on Hulu. The film continues the story established in the 2019 original, focusing on Grace, played by Samara Weaving, who survived a night of being hunted by her new in-laws.
In the first film, Grace discovered on her wedding night that her husband's wealthy family owed their fortune to a demonic pact. This pact required them to sacrifice a new family member each year, and Grace was chosen. She managed to survive the ordeal, leading to the demise of her in-laws.
The sequel picks up with Grace recovering in the hospital, only to find her estranged sister, Faith (Kathryn Newton), has reappeared. The situation escalates when Grace and Faith are abducted. They become the targets in a new iteration of the deadly game, orchestrated by an international coalition of elite families descended from Satan worshippers. These families, seeking to inherit the power of Grace's deceased in-laws, must hunt and kill Grace. Among the hunters is Sarah Michelle Gellar, portraying a character in a rare villainous role.
"Ready or Not 2" is described as a "splatterpunk comedy of errors" that embraces "competence porn" in reverse, showcasing characters who are largely ineffective despite their privilege. The movie leans into the absurdity of its premise, featuring what are described as deliberately poor fight sequences and extreme gore, reminiscent of "John Wick" in its escalating mythology but played for dark humor.
While some reviews have criticized the sequel for being too similar to the original, the film's commentary shifts to explore themes of class warfare. It pits the 'borderline-homeless orphans' Grace and Faith against the global elite. The setting moves from a mansion to a country club, increasing the number of pursuers and stakes.
The film is noted for its high-budget presentation, drawing comparisons to "drive-in movies," and its liberal use of blood and graphic, "human detonations." It offers an "entertaining night at the movies" for audiences interested in a darkly comedic, violent spectacle.
"Ready or Not 2: Here I Come" is currently streaming on Hulu.
