The film is a gripping, dark and introspective look at the human condition. The characters are well-drawn and the dialogue is engaging, complimenting the mature themes. If you haven’t watched it already, it’s available to stream on Hulu.
-The Hellraiser franchise has been in development for over 10 years -The first movie was released in 1987 and was a critical and commercial success -The second movie was released in 1990 and received mixed reviews but still made a profit -A third movie was released in 1994 but received negative reviews and failed to make a profit -A fourth movie was released in 2000 but received mixed reviews and failed to make a profit -A fifth movie was released in 2006 but received negative reviews and failed to make a profit -Now, 11 years after the first film’s release, it is being considered for a sixth film -There is no set release date for the next installment However, there is speculation that it may come out around Christmas 2020
What is Hellraiser about?
Riley is a recovering waitress who is trying to get her life back on track after she and her boyfriend steal the puzzle box from an abandoned warehouse. When she and her boyfriend find the box, they are excited to get their hands on it, but they soon realize that the box has some dark secrets. The box contains a knife that can kill anyone who is pierced by it, and Roland Voight, a billionaire infamous for his notorious occult practices, starts playing God by taking the lives of whoever is pierced by the knife inside the puzzle box. Several years later, Riley has to confront with its evil effects after she and her boyfriend steal it from an abandoned warehouse.
After they discover that the object was purposely hidden from them and Riley’s brother disappears, they frantically look for a way to stop it. A frightening figure, called The Priest, or Pinhead, gives Riley an almost impossible choice in order for her to give Riley’s brother, Matt back. ..
Will there be a Hellraiser 2?
So, what do we do? The answer is simple. We wait and see. But if the answer is no sequel, then we have to be prepared for a very long wait.
However, it is more likely that the studio will not pursue a sequel to Hellraiser because they are not confident in the quality of the new cast and crew. The first instalment was a great success and generated a lot of interest, but it is clear that there is more potential for this series if the producers can find a way to keep things fresh.
The director of the horror movie franchise is ready to come back for a sequel. When asked about any tentative plans, he said, “Should the fans respond to this, should there be a desire to go further with it? I would be absolutely honored.” He is a fan of the franchise and Clive Barker’s validation seems to have touched him.
What could Hellraiser 2 be about and when could it be released?
Bruckner is adapting the novella into a movie, which differs from the lore. If need be, he can adapt ideas from the novels to make it more faithful to the story. However, it is unlikely that the sequel will follow the ways of old franchise films. ..
Hellraiser is currently in post-production and is expected to be released this year. If the project is greenlit, a sequel may be released by the end of next year. Here’s hoping! ..
Do you want to see a Hellraiser 2? I think it would be a great idea. What do you think should happen in the sequel? I thought the first movie was good. Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
