Smile 2 is a 2024 American psychological supernatural horror film, released theatrically on October 18, 2024

The film is written and directed by Parker Finn, who also directed the original Smile (2022).

The story follows Naomi Scott as a pop star who encounters disturbing events right before her music tour, setting the tone for psychological horror.

Naomi Scott leads the cast, with supporting performances by Rosemarie DeWitt, Lukas Gage, Miles Gutierrez-Riley, Peter Jacobson, Raúl Castillo, Dylan Gelula, and Ray Nicholson.

Kyle Gallner reprises his role from the first Smile film, continuing his character's arc.

After the success of Smile (2022), Parker Finn signed a first-look deal with Paramount Pictures to develop more horror projects.

A sequel to Smile was confirmed in April 2023, and it entered pre-production shortly after.

Principal photography for Smile 2 took place in New York during early 2024.

Upon its release, the film grossed over $46 million worldwide, marking it as a commercial hit.

Smile 2 received positive reviews from critics, praising its suspense and performances.

As with the first film, Smile 2 blends psychological horror with supernatural elements, creating a tense and eerie atmosphere.

With its success, Smile 2 solidifies the franchise as a strong player in modern psychological horror films.