Produced ona budget of under $30 million, the movie fell way short of its blockbuster predecessor.
Both films have been directed byParker Finn, and more remarkably, haveearned excellent reviews.
Not many horror movies can boast about this.
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Both films have also earned solid reactions from audiences.
While the firstSmilehas a 77% audience score on RT,Smile 2has an 81% score.
The originalSmilewas destined for a direct-to-streaming release, but Paramount reconsidered its decision after it received positive test scores.
Smile 2 is the sequel to the 2022 psychological horror film by director Parker Finn that centers on a therapist who witnesses a patient’s suicide, leading to a series of terrifying supernatural events. The sequel will see the return of Finn as director, with Paramount continuing distribution.
Combined,the two films have now grossed over $350 million worldwide.
The outlier in the top three is NeonsLonglegs, which grossed nearly $75 million in its domestic run.
StarringNaomi Scottin the lead role,Smile 2also featuresRosemarie DeWitt,Lukas Gage, and the returningKyle Gallner.
The movie is now available to watch at home.
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The sequel will see the return of Finn as director, with Paramount continuing distribution.
