The Blackening 2 Is Happening: Cast, Plot, and Release Updates

Horror-comedy fans, rejoice: a sequel to 2023’s breakout hit The Blackening is officially in development. Titled The Blackening 2, the follow-up is being produced by Lionsgate and MRC, with original creators Dewayne Perkins and Tracy Oliver returning to steer the franchise forward.

The original film, which cleverly skewered horror tropes through a culturally sharp lens, became a sleeper hit—grossing over $18 million on a $5 million budget. Its blend of biting satire, genre-savvy humor, and a proudly all-Black ensemble cast earned it critical acclaim and a loyal fanbase. Naturally, the question of a sequel wasn’t if, but when.

Now confirmed, The Blackening 2 promises to expand the universe while keeping the same irreverent tone that made the first film a standout. While plot details remain tightly under wraps, Perkins has hinted at ambitions to build a franchise in the vein of Scream or Saw—a recurring, self-aware horror series that evolves with each installment.

Director Tim Story is also expected to return, ensuring continuity in both style and tone. With the horror-comedy genre experiencing a renaissance in recent years—thanks to films like Bodies Bodies Bodies and Totally Killer—The Blackening 2 is well-positioned to ride the wave of smart, socially conscious scares.

Given the original’s success and the growing appetite for diverse storytelling in genre cinema, The Blackening 2 is poised to expand its cult following. Stay tuned for updates on casting, release dates, and plot teasers as production progresses.