Epic Pictures Group’s horror label DREAD is pleased to announce The Jester 2 wrapped filming this month and will be released in 2025. Written and directed by Colin Krawchuk (The Jester, Initiation, Victory: A Star Wars Story), The Jester 2 is a follow-up to The Jester (exclusively available on Shudder) and stars Michael Sheffield (The Jester, Behind Closed Doors), Kaitlyn Trentham (Haven, Murder Made Me Famous), Hassen Kacem (Out of the Box Office, The Spot), Jessica Ambuehl (Black Mold, Shakespeare’s Mummy), and Dingani Beza (The Carmichael Show, The Cool Kids). The film will reveal a new look for The Jester.
“Launching the original Terrifier proved what it takes to create a horror icon, and now, with The Jester, we’re witnessing lightning strike twice. The runaway success of the first film shattered our expectations and made it clear that fans crave daring and unforgettable horror,” said Patrick Ewald, CEO of Epic Pictures. “With The Jester 2, we’re raising the stakes and pushing the limits even further, crafting a storyline that’s haunting, intense, and impossible to forget. This isn’t just a sequel; it’s the next chapter in building a legacy. Horror fans are in for one wild ride—they’d better hold on tight!”
Writer/Director Colin Krawchuk noted “I left this production feeling like this was finally the culmination of nearly 10 years of living with the Jester. Every department exceeded my expectations, and I couldn’t be more proud of the incredible hard work the cast and crew put into this movie. I think this feature harkens back to the tone and atmosphere of the original short films in a satisfying way and expands The Jester as a character more than anything we’ve done before. As writer/director, this was an especially difficult experience. As a fan of the Jester, I’m very excited to see this movie.”
The official synopsis for the film reads: On Halloween night, the Jester, a malevolent supernatural trickster, crosses paths with Max, a 15-year-old girl, forcing them into an uneasy alliance for the evening. Max must use all her wits to try and outsmart a dangerous magician who is truly magic.
