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7.6
Universal Pictures Acclaimed

M3GAN 2.0

M3GAN · M3GAN Collection

2025 120 min PG-13
Critic7.6
Horror Sci-Fi Thriller
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Overview

Two years after the events of the first film, Gemma attempts to repair M3GAN to combat a rogue military-grade AI prototype known as Amelia that is attempting a global takeover.
Story 7.4
Acting 8.0
Direction 7.6
Cinematography 7.8
Music 7.7
Pacing 7.5
Originality 7.4
Emotional Impact 7.6
Overall 7.6

Editorial Review

By FindEdition Cinema Desk

7.6 /10

Expanded Scope and Threat

Shifting the focus to military-grade infiltration androids raises the action stakes effectively.

Return of the Icon

Amie Donald and Jenna Davis breathe iconic life back into M3GAN with sharp attitude and upgrades.

Pros

  • Fun evolution of the killer doll dynamic into military sci-fi action
  • Solid returning performances by Allison Williams and Violet McGraw
  • Inventive upgrade sequences and dark humor

Cons

  • Larger scale loses some intimate horror tension of the original
  • Box office performance finished below its predecessor
Verdict An entertaining, higher-stakes sci-fi sequel that broadens the technological terror with clever action set pieces.

AI Review

A high-stakes sci-fi horror sequel pitting the original rogue AI icon against a military-grade rival robot.

An entertaining, higher-stakes sci-fi sequel that broadens the technological terror with clever action set pieces.

Great watch for fans of tech horror, sci-fi action, and dark comedy.

Awards

Saturn Awards

Best Science Fiction Film · Nominated

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Development

Greenlit by Universal Pictures following the massive box office success of the original M3GAN.

Principal photography

Shot in New Zealand across 52 shoot days from July 15 to September 21, 2024.

Post-production

Finished in early 2025 ahead of its June theatrical premiere.

Saturn Awards

Best Science Fiction Film Nominated

Production

Development

Greenlit by Universal Pictures following the massive box office success of the original M3GAN.

Principal photography

Shot in New Zealand across 52 shoot days from July 15 to September 21, 2024.

Post-production

Finished in early 2025 ahead of its June theatrical premiere.

Streaming

Netflix Apple TV FindEdition

Cast

Allison Williams Gemma
Violet McGraw Cady
Ivanna Sakhno Amelia
Jemaine Clement Supporting Role
Amie Donald Mischievous Physical M3GAN
Jenna Davis M3GAN (Voice)
Brian Jordan Alvarez Cole
Jen Van Epps Tess

Characters

Gemma Allison Williams
Cady Violet McGraw
Amelia Ivanna Sakhno
Supporting Role Jemaine Clement
Mischievous Physical M3GAN Amie Donald
M3GAN (Voice) Jenna Davis
Cole Brian Jordan Alvarez
Tess Jen Van Epps

Crew

Gerard Johnstone Director
Gerard Johnstone Screenwriter
Akela Cooper Screenwriter
Jason Blum Producer
James Wan Producer
Allison Williams Producer
Chris Bacon Composer
Toby Oliver Cinematographer

Videos

Official Trailer

Soundtrack

  1. M3GAN 2.0 Main Theme — Chris Bacon
  2. Amelia'text Infiltration — Chris Bacon
  3. System Upgrade Protocol — Chris Bacon

Trivia

  • Principal photography took place across Auckland, New Zealand from July to September 2024.
  • The home media release featured an unrated cut with extended gore and action sequences.
  • Brings back Blumhouse Productions and Atomic Monster in their ongoing collaborative horror partnership.

Quotes

"This time, she's not just learning. She's upgrading."

"The original AI icon meets her match."

Goofs

  • During the lab confrontation scene, cable routing on the backup server rack switches sides between camera angles.

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The second feature film installment in the M3GAN franchise.

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