Overview

• Legacy sequel has drawn Sarah Michelle Gellar back as Helen Shivers in a late-night dream sequence added weeks before release to preserve its secrecy.
• Brandy Norwood appears as Karla Wilson in a mid-credits scene that sets up another chapter featuring original star Jennifer Love Hewitt.
• The film earned $24 million worldwide in its opening weekend against an $18 million budget, with under $15 million domestically and about $11 million from overseas.
• Critics’ response has been mixed, with the film holding a 38% score on Rotten Tomatoes for its blend of ’90s nostalgia and modern horror.
• Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson and Jennifer Love Hewitt say they have plans for a follow-up pending strong audience turnout.