Five Nights at Freddy's 2 Will Be PG-13, But Have Bigger Focus On Horror

As a long-time fan of the Five Nights at Freddy’s franchise, I can’t help but feel a mix of excitement and apprehension about the upcoming sequel movie. The first film was a unique blend of horror and character development, which I greatly enjoyed. However, some critics pointed out that it could have been scarier, and from the leaks suggesting a larger focus on horror, it seems like the creators are listening to those criticisms.


Rumors hint that Blumhouse’s upcoming movie “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” may receive a PG-13 rating, similar to its predecessor, but will place greater emphasis on horror elements. The original Five Nights at Freddy’s film was a significant box office hit, yet some reviewers noted that it didn’t delve deeply enough into the series’ horror foundations, possibly explaining the proposed adjustments for the second installment.

According to reports, Blumhouse’s “Five Nights at Freddy’s 2” is anticipated to earn a PG-13 rating! Despite this, the movie is set to maintain a stronger emphasis on horror, as per feedback from the initial film. (Source: @DanielRPK) #fnaf #fivenightsatfreddys #fnafmovie

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In the initial film, viewers are introduced to the bond between a young girl named Abby Schmidt and some ominous mechanical creatures – Chica, Bonnie, Foxy, and Freddy – from the games. The movie explores the backstory of these often-feared characters, rather than focusing on repeatedly placing the main characters in peril. Of course, there were still moments of fright, but the narrative primarily revolves around fleshing out the animatronics as distinct personalities.

It seems that Blumhouse intends to intensify the scary elements in the Five Nights at Freddy’s movie, taking into account criticisms and fan feedback. However, given the family-friendly nature of the FNAF franchise, it is likely that the movie will still be relatively mild compared to many other horror films. This is because a significant portion of the franchise’s fanbase consists of both children and adults, which may explain why the filmmakers choose to classify the movie as PG-13, enabling parents to watch the film with their kids.

This news provides an idea of what the second Five Nights at Freddy’s movie will look like, but it’s not the first hint fans have gotten about what’s to come. Back in August, fans got their first look behind the scenes of the Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 movie, when the FNAF team shared some photos of the new animatronics being created for the film. The original Five Nights at Freddy’s movie commissioned its animatronics from Jim Henson’s Creature Shop; it’s likely that the second movie has followed suit.

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The sequel to the Five Nights at Freddy’s film is set to hit theaters on December 5, 2025, perfect for holiday viewing. Actor Matthew Lillard, who portrays Springtrap/William Afton, and Elizabeth Lail, the actress playing Vanessa, have both affirmed their participation in the forthcoming production. For now, that’s all we have on the eagerly awaited FNAF movie, but rest assured, we’ll keep you posted as soon as any additional details or official announcements are made.

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2024-09-10 02:43