Overview

• The 2025 film directly follows the 1997 original by bringing back key cast members alongside a new generation of Southport characters
• Instead of an intentional cover-up, the sequel pivots on an accidental crash that reshapes the motivations for revenge
• The movie premiered mid-July in Los Angeles and has since sparked discussion for its reflective horror approach
• A.V. Club’s July 22 analysis highlights the sequel’s climactic self-referential twist without revealing its specifics
• Industry observers note the film joins a wave of ’90s horror revivals that balance nostalgia-driven fan service with efforts to engage new viewers