Black Phone 2 revisits the terrifying world of The Grabber, once again portrayed by Ethan Hawke. This sequel expands the first film’s supernatural foundations and leaves us with an ending that sparks new questions about the future of the franchise.

Blumhouse and Universal’s horror sequel “The Black Phone 2” pulled in $2.625 million in Thursday previews. Projections place its weekend opening between $18 million and $29 million, putting a spotlight on horror’s enduring box office appeal.