As the summer of 2025 approaches, horror fans are buzzing about the latest chapter in the M3GAN saga. The highly anticipated sequel, M3GAN 2.0, has debuted, though not quite with the fanfare one might expect. The film currently holds a 61% score on Rotten Tomatoes, a stark contrast to the original film’s impressive 93%. But what does this mean for the future of the franchise?
Directed once again by Gerard Johnstone, the sequel follows the titular AI model, now pitted against a humanoid military robot, a creation of her own technology spearheading an AI rebellion. The film stars familiar faces like Allison Williams and Violet McGraw, alongside newcomers Ivanna Sakhno and Jemaine Clement, promising fans a blend of returning charm and fresh elements.
What M3GAN 2.0’s Rotten Tomatoes Score Means For The Movie
With M3GAN 2.0 still in its early review stage, the reaction has been anything but unanimous. Critics tend to see the film as a mixed bag. In a review on ScreenRant, Mary Kassel noted that while “the sequel still made me laugh,†it doesn’t quite fit into the horror genre as successfully as its predecessor. The film seems to embrace a more polished aesthetic but may lose sight of the quirky humor that captivated audiences in 2022.
While some critics revel in the sequel’s campy humor and genre-bending style reminiscent of classics like Terminator 2 and Evil Dead 2, others are not as forgiving. They argue that it sacrifices the horror for a convoluted narrative. This tonal inconsistency leaves some longing for the original’s solid footing in the thriller realm, suggesting that despite its playful ambition, M3GAN 2.0 may not fully deliver what fans desire.
Still, there’s an undeniable anticipation surrounding its June 27 release. Will audiences flock to theaters or opt to wait for streaming? As the release date approaches, fans of both Blumhouse and the M3GAN franchise remain hopeful, suggesting that even a mixed reception won’t diminish their love for the AI doll that danced its way into horror history.