Horror Sequel ‘Smile 2’ Adds Raúl Castillo & Miles Gutierrez-Riley to Cast

The ensemble cast for Parker Finn’s anticipated sequel “Smile 2” continues to expand, with Deadline reporting that Raúl Castillo (“Army of the Dead”) and Miles Gutierrez-Riley (“The Wilds”) have officially joined the roster.

They join a star-studded lineup including Kyle Gallner (“Smile”), Rosemarie DeWitt (“The Staircase”), Lukas Gage (“The White Lotus”), Dylan Gelula (“Dream Scenario”), and Naomi Scott (“Power Rangers”).

Scheduled for release on October 18, 2024, “Smile 2” sees Finn returning under a multi-year, first-look deal with Paramount Pictures. Following the blockbuster success of “Smile,” securing a sequel was paramount for Finn’s new partnership.

Paramount CEO Brian Robbins expressed excitement about Finn’s talent, stating, “Smile’s breakthrough success is a testament to Parker’s unique and fresh filmmaking, and we are thrilled that he will make Paramount his home.” Paramount executives Michael Ireland and Daria Cercek echoed this sentiment, praising Finn’s ability to captivate audiences with suspenseful storytelling.

With “Smile” raking in a remarkable $217 million worldwide in 2022, anticipation is high for its follow-up.

Finn is set to both write and direct “Smile 2,” promising another thrilling cinematic experience for fans. Stay tuned for more updates on the sequel as they unfold.