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First Look at 'I Know What You Did Last Summer' Sequel Reveals Legacy Cast and Modern Twist

Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. return alongside a younger ensemble in a more violent reimagining of the 1997 horror classic, set for a July 18 theatrical release.

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Overview

  • Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. reprise their iconic roles, joined by a new cast including Chase Sui Wonders and Madelyn Cline, in the upcoming sequel.
  • The modernized plot follows a new group of friends grappling with the deadly consequences of a covered-up accident, while seeking guidance from the original survivors.
  • Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson emphasizes the film's heightened violence and gore, describing it as a more brutal evolution of the original's horror elements.
  • Nostalgic callbacks and '90s-inspired aesthetics aim to appeal to longtime fans, while the fresh ensemble cast brings contemporary relevance to the story.
  • The film is scheduled for theatrical release on July 18, 2025, marking a significant return for the franchise nearly three decades after its debut.