2025’s Hottest Horror Sequel Joins the Popcorn Bucket Trend

AMC Theatres is releasing a unique popcorn bucket shaped like the rotary phone from the horror film *Black Phone 2*. The sequel is highly anticipated, and this creative bucket lets fans relive the movie’s spooky world and the terrifying Grabber while enjoying a large popcorn.

According to Fangoria, AMC theaters will begin selling a special tin bucket on October 16th. This is the newest addition to the popular trend of collectible buckets that fans have been eagerly seeking. While the exact price hasn’t been announced yet, these items tend to sell out fast, so interested buyers should act quickly.

AMC Theatres announced on Instagram that fans can purchase a collectible “Black Phone 2” popcorn bucket filled with a large popcorn. These will be available in theaters starting October 16th, while supplies last.

I’m excited to share some early details about *Black Phone 2*! Scott Derrickson is back directing, teaming up once again with his writing partner, C. Robert Cargill. Thankfully, we get to see Ethan Hawke terrify us again as The Grabber, and both Mason Thames and Madeleine McGraw are returning as Finney and Gwen. Here’s what the story is shaping up to be about, according to the official synopsis:

Now 17, Finn is still dealing with the trauma of being held captive. Meanwhile, his sister starts having unsettling dreams and visions – phone calls from a black phone and glimpses of three boys being hunted at a winter camp called Alpine Lake.

What Are Critics Saying About ‘Black Phone 2’?


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A sequel to the 2021 horror film *The Black Phone* is coming out on October 16th. Titled *Black Phone 2*, it’s scheduled for release by Universal Pictures just in time for Halloween.

Initial reactions to the movie have been good. Many reviewers believe it lives up to the original, and some even consider it a significant step forward. As of today, *Black Phone 2* has an 81% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, matching the score of the first film. Here’s what our reviewer, Zachary Lee, had to say:

What makes *The Black Phone 2* so effective is its skillful blend of intense violence and genuine emotion. The character of Gwen, in particular, portrays a realistic faith – one that isn’t naive or distant, but raw and honest. She mixes prayer with frustration, desperately pleading for safety not only for herself but for others. The film demonstrates that spirituality can coexist with the harsh realities of life, and that faith, love, and grace can be powerful forces against evil.

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2025-10-11 19:22