Overview
- Universal and Blumhouse released the PG-13 sequel in theaters on December 5, 2025, with no day-and-date streaming.
- Early aggregation shows a very low critics score on Rotten Tomatoes reported at around 14%, with audience scores still pending.
- Multiple outlets criticize an overstuffed, exposition-heavy screenplay solely credited to series creator Scott Cawthon.
- Reviewers consistently single out Jim Henson’s Creature Shop’s animatronics as the film’s standout technical achievement.
- Coverage notes heavy fan service and franchise setup, including a tease for a third installment, with limited scares and bloodless violence.