Thanksgiving 2: Blood Harvest is the upcoming sequel to Eli Roth’s 2023 slasher film Thanksgiving. Set for a theatrical release in November 2025, the film continues the chilling saga of the masked killer John Carver, who returns to Plymouth, Massachusetts, for another round of holiday horror.
Eli Roth is back in the director’s chair, co-writing the screenplay with longtime collaborator Jeff Rendell. The script was completed by late 2024, with filming scheduled to commence in March 2025 . The production is being handled by Spyglass Media Group, with TriStar Pictures set to distribute the film theatrically in the United States .
While the full cast list has not been officially announced, reports indicate that Nell Verlaque and Rick Hoffman are set to reprise their roles from the original film . Additionally, Addison Rae is rumored to return, although this has not been confirmed. Given the high body count in the first installment, audiences can expect a mix of returning characters and new faces.
The sequel picks up in the aftermath of the original massacre, with the town of Plymouth once again plunged into terror as the enigmatic killer John Carver resurfaces. Survivors and new residents alike must confront the horrors of a Thanksgiving turned deadly.
Thanksgiving 2: Blood Harvest is slated for a November 2025 release, aligning with the holiday season to maximize its thematic impact .
An official teaser trailer has been released, offering a glimpse into the gruesome festivities that await.