In a move that’s sure to hook horror fans everywhere, Sony Pictures has unveiled the first official poster for the highly anticipated I Know What You Did Last Summer legacy sequel. The iconic bloody hook that terrorized audiences in the 1997 original film makes a chilling return in the new promotional material, promising another round of seaside slashing set for July 18, 2025.
Jennifer Love Hewitt sent fans into a frenzy when she confirmed last December that she would be reprising her role as Julie James, the guilt-ridden survivor from the original film. The announcement has sparked speculation about which other original cast members might return to face their past sins.
Director Jennifer Kaytin Robinson, best known for her work on Netflix’s dark comedy “Do Revenge,” is helming the project, suggesting this new installment might blend nostalgic ’90s slasher elements with modern sensibilities. The film is being produced by Columbia Pictures with distribution by Sony Pictures Releasing.
“We’re bringing back everything fans loved about the original while cutting into new territory,” an unnamed studio executive reportedly said, seemingly unaware of the pun.
The legacy sequel joins a wave of revitalized horror franchises that have successfully balanced nostalgia with fresh blood. Like its predecessor, which was based on Lois Duncan’s 1973 novel, the new film is expected to explore themes of guilt, secrets, and the consequences of past actions, with a significantly higher body count.
While plot details remain tightly wrapped (much like the killer’s victims), industry insiders suggest the story will connect to the events of the original film while introducing a new generation of potential victims to the hook-wielding fisherman.
Horror aficionados are already buying advance tickets for what promises to be a summer of screams. As one fan commented online, “I’ve been waiting since last summer for this movie!”
The original “I Know What You Did Last Summer” grossed over $125 million worldwide and helped define the post-“Scream” slasher revival of the late ’90s, launching the careers of Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe, and Freddie Prinze Jr.
One thing’s for certain—when July 18 rolls around, audiences would be wise to remember: if you’re harboring a deadly secret, never, ever assume the past will stay buried.
