The Jester 2 (2025) Horror

The Jester 2 (2025) Movie Release Dates / Movie Details

Updated: October 14, 2025

The Jester 2 Plot Synopsis:

When teen magician Max crosses paths with the sinister Jester on Halloween night, she must outsmart a supernatural killer whose magic is all too real and whose tricks always end up in blood.

Synopsis / Plot Summary:  On Halloween, Max encounters the Jester, a sinister magical trickster. They form a tense alliance for the night as she tries to outwit this truly supernatural being.

The Jester 2 is in theaters nationwide 9/15 and 9/16 from DREAD and Fathom Entertainment.

Epic Pictures’ specialty horror label DREAD proudly presents THE JESTER 2, coming to theatres nationwide with a special two-night screening event September 15 and September 16 in collaboration with Fathom Entertainment, the leading specialty distributor of content to theatrical partners worldwide.

“In case you missed it in theaters, I’m thrilled to say THE JESTER 2 will be coming to VOD October 17th,” says director Colin Krawchuk. “Fans will have the chance to invite The Jester into their own home, just in time for Halloween. I hope the film can become a new Halloween staple for fans of the franchise and new audiences.”

The masked killer, The Jester, returns in a deadly game where surviving means outwitting a killer who’s truly magic. From his first introduction in Colin Krawchuk’s viral short films, to the beloved feature film THE JESTER, the eerie killer has enthralled audiences and developed a cult following. In this highly anticipated sequel, audiences can look forward to an even deeper descent into the twisted mind of The Jester.

The two-night Fathom Entertainment theatrical release will include an exclusive look at the making of THE JESTER 2, with a behind-the-scenes featurette. Join director Colin Krawchuk, and the entire cast, as they reveal how the chilling sequel was brought to life, complete with cast interviews, on-set footage, and a deep dive into the creation of the film’s most terrifying moments. Fans won’t want to miss this special look behind the curtain, which can only be seen on the big screen.

“I’m so grateful to Fathom for having faith in our project by releasing it nationwide. This is a hugely exciting moment for us and for The Jester and will hopefully allow a larger audience to get to know him in theaters.” says director Colin Krawchuk. “We never thought we’d be able to see our favorite villain up on the big screen, it’s truly a dream come true."

The film is a DREAD original production in association with Traverse Terror and produced by Patrick Ewald, Cole Payne and Jake Heineke, fully financed from production to distribution by the independent studio. The distribution partnership with Fathom Entertainment was negotiated by Yulissa Morales of Epic Pictures.

“DREAD is thrilled to be teaming up with Fathom Entertainment to unleash THE JESTER 2 in theatres nationwide.” says Epic Pictures CEO Patrick Ewald. “The original film struck a nerve with horror fans, and this sequel cranks everything up—bigger scares, deeper lore, and the triumphant return of our sinister fan-favorite. This is a film made to be screamed in the dark, surrounded by other horror lovers.  There"s no better way to experience THE JESTER 2 than on the big screen with Fathom.”

“Fathom has long been the specialty theatrical distribution home of choice for horror and films that engage passionate fanbases. In THE JESTER 2, these come together in a highly anticipated sequel to the original horror classic with a strong base of fans who have long been waiting for a return to the big screen,” said Daren Miller, SVP, Programming, Strategy & Business Affairs at Fathom Entertainment. “Fathom is proud to be working with Epic and the team at DREAD – the studio that brought fans the original Terrifier - in making THE JESTER 2 a thrilling and successful theatrical release.”

The official synopsis for the film reads: On Halloween night, teen magician Max finds herself locked in a brutal showdown with the Jester, a nightmarish and supernatural trickster with real dark magic and a killer act. As illusions turn lethal and every escape is a trap, Max must pull off the ultimate trick: staying alive. On this deadly night, the only escape… is to beat the devil at its own game.

THE JESTER 2 is written and directed by Colin Krawchuk (The Jester). Starring Michael Sheffield (The Jester), Kaitlyn Trentham (Murder Made Me Famous, Within The Woods), Jessica Ambuehl (Becoming, The Dream Motel) and Dingani Beza (23 Minutes to Sunrise, Marshall’s Miracle). Produced by Patrick Ewald, Cole Payne and Jake Heineke.

Tickets for THE JESTER 2 will be available on August 15 at Fathom Entertainment and participating theatre box offices (theatre locations are subject to change).

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