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'Heart Eyes 2' Promises Valentine's Slasher Return
22 Apr
Summary
- 'Heart Eyes 2' will be released on February 11, 2028.
- The original film grossed $33 million globally on an $18 million budget.
- Josh Ruben returns to direct and co-write the sequel.
The chilling Valentine's Day slasher, "Heart Eyes," is making a comeback with its sequel, "Heart Eyes 2." This new installment is slated for release on February 11, 2028, with Paramount Pictures joining as a co-producer and co-financier. The original film, distributed by Sony Pictures in 2025, garnered $33 million worldwide against an $18 million budget.
Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding starred in the first "Heart Eyes" as targets of a serial killer who preys on couples during Valentine's Day. While cast details for the sequel remain undisclosed, Josh Ruben is set to return as director. He will also co-write the script with Darcy Fowler, based on a story by Christopher Landon and Michael Kennedy.
Despite a modest box office performance, "Heart Eyes" received positive reviews for its blend of horror and romantic comedy elements. Ruben expressed confidence in the franchise's potential, suggesting its structure could accommodate various rom-com archetypes while still delivering terror.
