The Only Recap You Need Before M3GAN 2.0

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The sequel to the movie “M3GAN 2.0” is scheduled for release in theaters on June 27, 2025. This follows the initial release of the film in early 2022, where it captured audience hearts with its dancing doll character. If you haven’t caught up since then, don’t worry! Looper has a handy recap video that will bring you up to speed on the first movie. The story revolves around M3GAN, a doll portrayed by Amie Donald and voiced by Jenna Davis, her creator Gemma (played by Allison Williams, who is known for shows like “Girls” and “Get Out”), and Cady, her owner and best friend (portrayed by Violet McGraw).

It seems that the question asks why a sequel for “M3GAN” is being produced so quickly following its release. The explanation can be broken down into two key points:

1. The audience responded positively to the first film, as evidenced by their enthusiasm or love for it.
2. From a financial perspective, Universal Pictures saw great success with “M3GAN.” According to BoxOfficeMojo, the production cost of the movie was $12 million dollars, and it ended up earning approximately $182 million dollars in total.

People really enjoyed the first M3GAN movie, and Universal Pictures made a lot of money from it. That’s why they’re making a sequel so soon after its release.

In a short while, we’ll revisit the general opinion about “M3GAN”, but its promotional strategy was truly impressive. In an interview at the New York American Girl doll store, Williams discussed M3GAN to the music of “Walk The Night” by Skatt Bros. Social media platforms were flooded with videos of M3GAN dancing, and the trailer generated immense excitement for the film. Upon its release in January 2022, the movie introduced audiences to their first significant “Gen Z horror icon”, and critics also praised this entertaining and fun horror production warmly.

Critics and audiences alike went wild over M3GAN in 2023 — so of course, it’s getting a sequel

At Looper, the movie titled “M3GAN” received a score of 7 out of 10 from our reviewer. They described it as an amusing black comedy with impressive action scenes and noted that despite its absurd premise, it handles it in a way that makes it even more delightfully absurd.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film garnered an exceptional 93% average, with critics agreeing that “M3GAN” is a unique blend of horror and comedy that manages to provide laughter as effortlessly as it does shivers. This movie, they say, is unapologetically silly and more entertaining for its silliness.

In The New Yorker, Richard Brody enthusiastically stated that there’s a deeper, more substantial film hidden beneath the surface, but the elements of efficiency, clarity, humor, and surprise in the visible movie make its underlying essence tantalizingly unrealized. Similarly, Jason Zinoman, writing for the New York Times, noted that while there are hints of social commentary on modern parenting and technology, this film is intelligent enough to avoid being too self-important. Over at TheWrap, William Bibbiani praised Johnstone’s film, remarking that it possesses the same magical combination of heart, humor, and chaos as iconic crossover classics like ‘Gremlins,’ and it delivers more entertainment than most aspiring blockbusters.

“A taste of the positive feedback reveals that ‘M3GAN’ was an extraordinary hit, and it’s likely that ‘M3GAN 2.0’ will continue its success, receiving praise from critics and making money at the box office. The sequel is set to release on June 27th, while you can catch the original movie on Starz or purchase/rent it on popular streaming platforms.”

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2025-06-13 00:00