The Grabber Returns: Insights into Black Phone 2’s New Victim

The chilling figure known as the Grabber is set to make a return in the upcoming sequel, Black Phone 2. This revelation comes with an exclusive image shared by Polygon, offering a glimpse into the new victim’s plight. The original film, released in 2021 and directed by Scott Derrickson, captured audiences with its gripping storyline centered around the Grabber, portrayed by Ethan Hawke, who kidnaps and tortures a young boy named Finney, played by Mason Thames.

In the first installment, Finney communicates with the spirits of the Grabber’s previous victims via a mysterious phone in the basement, enabling him to gather crucial information for survival. Meanwhile, his sister Gwen, played by Madeleine McGraw, employs her emerging psychic abilities to assist law enforcement in locating their missing brother.

Unveiling the Sequel’s Dark Twist

While Gwen and the Grabber never interact directly in the original film, the dynamics shift dramatically in Black Phone 2. A recently released trailer hints at a menacing return of the Grabber, who notably meets his end in the first movie. The trailer teases scenes of him pursuing Gwen, raising questions about whether these events unfold within her psychic visions or in the film’s reality.

The exclusive image from NBCUniversal shows the Grabber ominously stalking Gwen down a hallway, axe in hand. This chilling visual suggests that his return will significantly impact Gwen’s journey, although it leaves one major question unanswered: How does the Grabber come back?

Fans eager to uncover the mystery will have to wait until October 17, 2023, when Black Phone 2 hits theaters. As anticipation builds, the sequel promises to delve deeper into the eerie world introduced in the original film while expanding on the terrifying legacy of the Grabber.