Ready or Not 2: Here I Come, the direct sequel to the 2019 dark comedy horror film, is now available for streaming on Hulu. The movie expands upon the premise of its predecessor, delving deeper into the mythology of the wealthy, Satan-worshipping families and their twisted traditions.
Those unfamiliar with the first film's events should be aware that Ready or Not 2 continues the story of Grace (Samara Weaving), who survived a deadly game of 'hide and seek' on her wedding night. In the original, Grace discovered her new husband's family amassed their fortune through a pact with a demon, a deal that necessitated sacrificing her life. She managed to outwit and kill her in-laws, escaping the estate.
The sequel picks up with Grace in a hospital, facing accusations of multiple homicides. The situation is further complicated by the arrival of her estranged sister, Faith (Kathryn Newton), who Grace had listed as her emergency contact. Their reunion takes a dire turn when they are abducted. Grace and Faith are forced to participate in a new iteration of the deadly ritual, with four representatives from various powerful families—descendants of the original Satan worshippers—tasked with hunting Grace. Sarah Michelle Gellar appears as one of these antagonists, portraying a character described as a more mature, villainous version of her role in Cruel Intentions.
The film leans into an escalation of its central concept, transforming a relatively contained story about a family's dark secret into a broader urban fantasy narrative. The world of the film is now depicted as being subtly controlled by a cabal of devil worshippers who adhere to an elaborate code of conduct. This narrative expansion is described as potentially silly upon close examination, but the film intentionally avoids such scrutiny.
Instead, Ready or Not 2 embraces the satirical core of the original, focusing on the idea that its wealthy characters, despite their privilege and resources, are fundamentally incompetent. The film is characterized as a "splatterpunk comedy of errors," featuring numerous exaggerated kills, copious amounts of blood, and deliberately clumsy fight sequences.
While some reviews have labeled the sequel as merely "more of the same," this perspective is seen as reductive. The original film's humor stemmed from a bride's struggle to adapt to her in-laws. Ready or Not 2, however, shifts its focus to themes of class warfare, pitting characters who are described as "borderline-homeless orphans" against the world's elite. The affluent families are compelled by the demonic pact to personally engage in the hunt, forcing them to "get their own hands dirty."
The result is a high-budget film that maintains the enjoyable, pulpy feel of a drive-in movie. The scope is expanded with more pursuers and higher stakes, but the core fun remains intact. The film reportedly unleashes blood with a gleeful abandon, akin to a comedic television show, and includes moments of dramatic violence. It is presented as an entertaining experience for viewers who enjoy watching depictions of the upper class meeting violent ends. Ready or Not 2: Here I Come is currently streaming on Hulu.