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Scream Directors Announce Horror Comedy Sequel Fans Demanded For Years
By Jacob VanGundy
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The directors behind the modern Scream films are bringing back the movie that helped put them in the spotlight with Ready or Not 2. The original won fans and critics over, putting the filmmaking collective called Radio Silence on the map. It also helped to elevate its star, Samara Weaving, into a household name.
Ready Or Not 2 Is Officially Happening
Ready or Not 2 will continue the world of the original 2019 hit. It featured Samara Weaving as Grace, a woman marrying into an elite family with an ancient deal with the devil. That deal forces the family to play a lethal game of hide-and-seek, with the family having to hunt Grace down and ritually murder her before dawn.
Not much is known about Ready or Not 2 just yet, with the sequel’s announcement coming back in October with minimal details. There are some familiar names attached to the film, with the first film’s writers Guy Busick and R. Christopher Murphy returning along with its star, Samara Weaving. No director has been announced for the sequel, but the return of Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillet is a possibility due to the continued involvement of Radio Silence.
The casting of Ready or Not 2 could be particularly interesting, as the first film ended with almost every character dead. Samara Weaving was joined in the original movie by Adam Brody, Mark O’Brien, Henry Czernie, and Andie MacDowell among others. Of course, with the movie’s supernatural premise, a character dying in the first movie doesn’t necessarily mean they can’t come back for the sequel.
The Original Was A Big Hit
Radio Silence and Weaving will be trying to recreate the first movie’s success with Ready or Not 2. It earned $57.6 million on a budget of only $6 million, making it a huge financial success. It was a hit with horror fans and it also won critics over, earning a stellar 89 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
After the success of the original movie, Radio Silence became much more active in the world of horror, Ready or Not 2 could help keep that momentum going. They took the reins on the beloved Scream franchise, successfully bringing back Wes Craven’s iconic 90s meta-slasher. They also put out another original film earlier this year with Abigail, a movie about a group of criminals who unwittingly kidnap a child vampire.
Samara Weaving Is Back For More
Ready or Not 2 will also see Samara Weaving returning to one of her breakout roles. Already an established TV actress and model, the first movie helped cement Weaving as a scream queen, a reputation the actress has leaned into. While she has appeared outside of horror in movies like Guns Akimbo and Nine Perfect Strangers, she has continued to act in horror movies like 2022’s Azrael.
It’s not clear when fans can expect Ready or Not 2, but the fact that the movie is happening at all is exciting news. With so many people returning from the original, there’s plenty of reason to be optimistic about the horror sequel. Fans should be on the lookout for casting news and shooting dates in the coming months now that the film has been announced.
Source: The Hollywood Reporter
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Best Mothers Day gifts: Show mom some love
Mother figures are the backbone of the world. Yours may be your biological mother, or maybe she’s your mother-in-law, your best friend’s mom, or simply someone whose motherly instinct has helped you through hard times.
Moms teach you the adulting necessities, give advice even if the problem is your fault, and above all, they put up with your shit and (almost) never complain.
The game plan here isn’t just to snag the last bouquet at CVS just so you’re not the kid who forgot Mother’s Day (but definitely also get flowers). And you don’t even need to spend a lot of money. (Peep our list of Mother’s Day gifts that cost less than $50. Want even more cheap gift ideas?
Skip the generic mugs and show your appreciation with a gift picked just for her: Whether it’s something to make a part of her life easier, something she’s mentioned wanting in passing, or simply something to make her feel like a damn queen, you can’t put a price on everything she’s done for you, but heartfelt gifts certainly help.
After all, they say “No matter how hard you try, you always end up like your mother.” But is that even a bad thing?
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Ban subscriptions and get Microsoft Office 2024 for life for just £121
TL;DR: Grab Microsoft Office 2024 Home and Business for PC or Mac for just £120.54 through June 1.
You wouldn’t keep paying for Netflix if you could own your favorite shows, right? So why are you still subscribing to Office apps you use every day? Microsoft 365’s price keeps going up, but there’s finally a way to break free — and it’ll cost you way less in the long run.
Microsoft Office 2024 is the answer you’ve been looking for. Instead of monthly payments, simply pay £120.54 once and be set for life (reg. £188.37). It’s that simple. And, yes, this lifetime download works for PC or Mac.
What’s included?
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The newest version of Microsoft Office is a little different from Microsoft 365. But just because you’re switching to a lifetime license doesn’t mean you’ll miss out on some of the most recent updates. Word and Excel both still have AI integrations for text suggestions and smart data analysis, and PowerPoint still has improved tools for recorded presentations.
Once you’ve redeemed your purchase, you can install your apps on one computer. After that, they’re yours to use however you want. No more subscription fees or sudden price hikes to worry about.
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Wordle today: Answer, hints for May 9, 2025
Oh hey there! If you’re here, it must be time for Wordle. As always, we’re serving up our daily hints and tips to help you figure out today’s answer.
If you just want to be told today’s word, you can jump to the bottom of this article for today’s Wordle solution revealed. But if you’d rather solve it yourself, keep reading for some clues, tips, and strategies to assist you.
Where did Wordle come from?
Originally created by engineer Josh Wardle as a gift for his partner, Wordle rapidly spread to become an international phenomenon, with thousands of people around the globe playing every day. Alternate Wordle versions created by fans also sprang up, including battle royale Squabble, music identification game Heardle, and variations like Dordle and Quordle that make you guess multiple words at once.
Wordle eventually became so popular that it was purchased by the New York Times, and TikTok creators even livestream themselves playing.
What’s the best Wordle starting word?
The best Wordle starting word is the one that speaks to you. But if you prefer to be strategic in your approach, we have a few ideas to help you pick a word that might help you find the solution faster. One tip is to select a word that includes at least two different vowels, plus some common consonants like S, T, R, or N.
What happened to the Wordle archive?
The entire archive of past Wordle puzzles was originally available for anyone to enjoy whenever they felt like it, but it was later taken down, with the website’s creator stating it was done at the request of the New York Times. However, the New York Times then rolled out its own Wordle Archive, available only to NYT Games subscribers.
Is Wordle getting harder?
It might feel like Wordle is getting harder, but it actually isn’t any more difficult than when it first began. You can turn on Wordle‘s Hard Mode if you’re after more of a challenge, though.
Here’s a subtle hint for today’s Wordle answer:
Gibberish.
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Does today’s Wordle answer have a double letter?
There are no recurring letters.
Today’s Wordle is a 5-letter word that starts with…
Today’s Wordle starts with the letter T.
The Wordle answer today is…
Get your last guesses in now, because it’s your final chance to solve today’s Wordle before we reveal the solution.
Drumroll please!
The solution to today’s Wordle is…
TRIPE.
Don’t feel down if you didn’t manage to guess it this time. There will be a new Wordle for you to stretch your brain with tomorrow, and we’ll be back again to guide you with more helpful hints.
Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.
Reporting by Chance Townsend, Caitlin Welsh, Sam Haysom, Amanda Yeo, Shannon Connellan, Cecily Mauran, Mike Pearl, and Adam Rosenberg contributed to this article.
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