‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Gets Streaming Home Ahead of 2025 Sequel

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As someone who grew up in the late ’90s and early 2000s, I can’t help but feel a sense of nostalgic excitement at the news that “I Know What You Did Last Summer” is finally making its way to Netflix. It’s like a time machine taking me back to my teenage years when I would huddle around the TV with friends, scared out of our wits by the hook-wielding killer on the screen.

Recently, there’s been a lot of buzz about the I Know What You Did Last Summer series. However, if you’re hoping to stream the original movie using your existing subscription services, I regret to inform you that it’s currently unavailable. While you can rent or buy it on various Video On Demand (VOD) platforms, enjoying it as part of your subscriptions is not an option at the moment. Fortunately, this situation may change soon, as the teen horror film has found a new streaming home in preparation for the upcoming legacy sequel next year.

According to What’s on Netflix, the classic horror film “I Know What You Did Last Summer” will be available on the world’s most widely used streaming service starting January 1, 2025. This makes it an ideal choice for those seeking a nostalgic fix as they welcome the new year. Originally released in 1997, the movie boasts an impressive ensemble cast that includes Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Freddie Prinze Jr., Ryan Phillippe, Johnny Galecki, and the late Anne Heche. Directed by Jim Gillespie with a script penned by Kevin Williamson of “Scream” fame, the plot revolves around four teenagers who are pursued by a hook-wielding murderer a year after they apparently ran over and killed a man while trying to cover up a car accident.

Originating from Lois Duncan’s 1973 novel of the same name, “I Know What You Did Last Summer” was a significant box office triumph in its time, grossing $125 million against an initial investment of only $17 million. Jennifer Love Hewitt and Sarah Michelle Gellar received Blockbuster Entertainment Awards for their performances (do you remember Blockbuster?). Despite a 46% rating from critics and a 41% score from viewers on Rotten Tomatoes, many now view it with nostalgic fondness as they recall it being much better than its actual quality. To be clear, among the numerous “Scream” imitators seeking to cash in on its success, “Urban Legend” was undoubtedly superior. Let’s face it, shall we?

‘I Know What You Did Last Summer’ Legacy Sequel Will Hope to Capitalize on Nostalgia

Next year, director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson and Sony Pictures plan to cash in on nostalgia with the release of a follow-up to “I Know What You Did Last Summer.” While it doesn’t have an official title yet, this legacy sequel is highly anticipated by many. The original cast members, Freddie Prinze Jr. as Ray Bronson and Jennifer Love Hewitt as Julie James, are set to return for the movie.

The specifics of the plot are being kept under wraps, but filming has commenced for the upcoming movie. This project also includes a number of newcomers such as Madelyn Cline (from “Outer Banks”), Sarah Pidgeon (“The Wilds”), Tyriq Withers (“Tell Me Lies”), and Jonah Hauer-King (“The Little Mermaid”). As of now, there’s no news on the wrap date for production. However, it is scheduled to hit theaters on July 18, 2025, implying that things should be wrapping up soon before moving into post-production.

While you wait, don’t forget to catch up on “I Know What You Did Last Summer” as it arrives on its new streaming platform, Netflix, starting from January 1st. If you’re eager to delve deeper into the series, both its sequels, “I Still Know What You Did Last Summer” and “I’ll Always Know What You Did Last Summer,” are accessible on all video-on-demand platforms. This should help refresh your memory before the new installment in the franchise hits cinemas next year.

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2024-12-24 19:32