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Josh Hutcherson returns in terrifying first look at Five Nights at Freddy's 2

Watch the chilling new trailer for Five Nights at Freddy's 2, featuring Josh Hutcherson and Elizabeth Lail. The horror sequel ups the stakes with terrifying animatronic frights, hitting theaters on December 5.

Josh Hutcherson returns to face new animatronic nightmares in Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Photo: IGN España
Josh Hutcherson returns to face new animatronic nightmares in Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Photo: IGN España

The first teaser trailer of Five Nights at Freddy's 2 is finally here! This movie is set to spook audiences at their very core this December 5, in 2025.

The sequel, which will be directed by Emma Tammi, promises to dive deeper in the world of animatronics we love to fear.

Five Nights at Freddy's teaser trailer revealed at CinemaCon 2025

This first look debuted in Las Vegas at CinemaCon 2025 on April 2. The footage shows the audience the animatronics and raises the stakes with the line: "Anyone can survive five nights. This time, there will be no second chances".

'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' cast

There are many well known faces returning for this movie, including:

  • Josh Hutcherson as Mike Schmidt, the beleaguered security guard entangled in the pizzeria's dark secrets.​
  • Elizabeth Lail as Vanessa Shelly, a local police officer with deep ties to the unfolding mystery.​
  • Piper Rubio as Abby Schmidt, Mike's younger sister whose connection to the animatronics adds layers to the plot.

'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' plot

This sequel is set to explore the mystery behind Freddy Fazbear’s Pizzeria. The director, Emma Tammi is very excited to remain as loyal to the video game as possible and at the same time entice newcomers ensuring that longtime fans and new can enjoy the movie.

When is 'Five Nights at Freddy's 2' premiering?

Mark your calendars: "Five Nights at Freddy's 2" is scheduled for a theatrical release on December 5, 2025.