This December, audiences are in for a thrilling movie experience as two highly anticipated releases hit theaters, one expanding a global horror phenomenon, the other introducing a breathtaking new animated epic from one of Japan’s most celebrated filmmakers.
December 3 – Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 (Universal Pictures)
Directed by: Emma Tammi
Starring: Josh Hutcherson, Elizabeth Lail, Piper Rubio, Theodus Crane, Matthew Lillard, Freddy Carter, Wayne Knight, Mckenna Grace, Skeet Ulrich
Audiences are invited back to the chilling world of Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza with Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, the thrilling sequel to the 2023 box-office hit. The story picks up one year after the original events, as former security guard Mike and police officer Vanessa try to shield Mike’s younger sister, Abby, from the dark secrets surrounding her animatronic friends. When Abby reconnects with Freddy, Bonnie, Chica, and Foxy, a terrifying chain of events is unleashed, revealing long-hidden horrors and the true origin of Freddy’s. The film expands the franchise’s mythology while reuniting fans with beloved characters and introducing new elements that deepen the eerie universe.
December 10 – Scarlet (Columbia Pictures, SM Cinemas Exclusive)
Directed by: Mamoru Hosoda
Starring: Mana Ashida, Masaki Okada, Kôji Yakusho
Scarlet, a sweeping animated feature from Academy Award®-nominated filmmaker Mamoru Hosoda, follows a medieval-era, sword-fighting princess seeking to avenge her father’s death. After being gravely injured in an “Otherworld,” she meets a young man from the present day who helps her heal and see the possibility of a future beyond revenge. When confronted again by her father’s killer, Scarlet faces her most daunting battle yet, breaking the cycle of hatred and discovering a life beyond vengeance. Exclusive to SM Cinemas, the film showcases Hosoda’s signature storytelling with emotional depth, striking visuals, and universal themes.
This December, audiences can experience both the spine-chilling suspense of Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 and the heartfelt adventure of Scarlet, two major film events not to be missed.
