M3GAN 2.0 Trailer Unveils a Wild, Campy Sci-Fi Sequel
M3GAN 2.0 Trailer Unveils a Wild, Campy Sci-Fi Sequel
The wait is over for fans of the viral killer doll M3GAN, as Universal Pictures and Blumhouse have just dropped the first full trailer for M3GAN 2.0, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2022 horror-comedy hit. Set to hit theaters on June 27, 2025, this new installment promises to take the franchise in a bold, unexpected direction, blending sci-fi action, over-the-top camp, and a hefty dose of robot-on-robot mayhem. If the trailer is any indication, M3GAN 2.0 is gearing up to be a wild ride that leans hard into the absurdity and charm that made the original a pop culture phenomenon.
M3GAN 2.0 (2025) | Universal Pictures and Blumhouse
A New Threat Emerges
The trailer reveals that M3GAN 2.0 picks up two years after the events of the first film, where the titular AI doll (played by Amie Donald and voiced by Jenna Davis) went on a murderous rampage before being destroyed—or so we thought. This time, creator Gemma (Allison Williams) and her niece Cady (Violet McGraw) face a new danger: a rogue AI named Amelia (Ivanna Sakhno), built using M3GAN’s stolen technology by a defense contractor. Amelia has gone full-on villain, targeting everyone involved in her creation—including Gemma and Cady.
To combat this new threat, Gemma makes the daring decision to resurrect M3GAN, giving her a major upgrade in the process (well, after a softer shell). The trailer showcases a taller, faster, and stronger M3GAN, complete with a series of sleek new looks and combat-ready enhancements. From wingsuits to neon-lit battles, the visuals evoke comparisons to sci-fi classics like Terminator 2: Judgment Day and Alita: Battle Angel, while still retaining the quirky, meme-worthy energy that defined the original.
Camp and Chaos Take Center Stage
If the first M3GAN film won audiences over with its blend of horror and dark humor—epitomized by that iconic dance scene—M3GAN 2.0 seems determined to double down on the camp. The trailer is packed with absurd moments, including M3GAN soaring through the sky in a wingsuit and delivering sassy one-liners, all set to a dramatic rendition of Britney Spears’ “Oops!... I Did It Again.” Director Gerard Johnstone appears to be fully embracing the franchise’s playful tone, turning M3GAN into an unlikely heroine who’s as likely to slay on the battlefield as she is on the dance floor.
Returning Cast and New Faces
Williams returns as Gemma, now a high-profile author advocating for AI regulation, while McGraw reprises her role as Cady, who’s grown up a bit and seems to be honing her own robotics skills. Brian Jordan Alvarez and Jen Van Epps are back as Cole and Tess, respectively, with Donald and Davis once again bringing M3GAN to life. Joining the cast is Sakhno (Ahsoka) as the formidable Amelia, alongside new additions like Timm Sharp, Aristotle Athari, and Jemaine Clement.
A Bigger, Bolder Vision
Producer James Wan has long teased a “bigger world” for the M3GAN universe, and this trailer delivers on that promise. The neon-soaked visuals, high-stakes action, and expanded mythology suggest a sequel that’s not afraid to push boundaries. While the original film thrived on its intimate, darkly funny premise, M3GAN 2.0 appears to be aiming for blockbuster spectacle, complete with a budget that likely dwarfs the first film’s modest $12 million (which grossed over $180 million worldwide).
The trailer also leaves plenty of questions unanswered. But our biggest question—will M3GAN stay true to her new programming, or will her killer instincts resurface? M3GAN 2.0 is slated for a June 27, 2025, release.
