Sarah Michelle Gellar, 48, Flaunts Curves at 'Ready or Not 2' SXSW Premiere

The actress arrived with confidence to promote the upcoming horror sequel at the South by Southwest festival.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:08am

Fans at the South by Southwest premiere had their eyes on Sarah Michelle Gellar as she arrived to promote the upcoming horror sequel Ready or Not 2: Here I Come. The actress stepped onto the red carpet with confidence and showed off her toned look, drawing strong reactions from fans and photographers at the event.

Why it matters

Gellar's presence in the sequel has created excitement among viewers who grew up watching her earlier work in the horror genre. Bringing her into this franchise is a smart move, as she has strong experience in the genre and knows how to command attention on screen.

The details

The movie is the follow-up to the hit horror film that introduced audiences to Grace, a woman trapped in a deadly game with a powerful family. Samara Weaving returns to play Grace again in the new story. The sequel explores what happens after the events of the first film and expands the dangerous world connected to the wealthy Le Domas family. Gellar joins the cast in a secretive role that has already sparked plenty of speculation online.

  • The film wrapped production in Europe late last year.
  • It is scheduled to arrive in theaters in October, which places its release close to the Halloween season.

The players

Sarah Michelle Gellar

A veteran actress known for her work in the horror genre, including her iconic role in the Buffy the Vampire Slayer TV series.

Samara Weaving

The actress who returns to play the lead role of Grace in the Ready or Not sequel.

Matt Bettinelli-Olpin

One of the directors behind the Ready or Not sequel, continuing his work from the original film.

Tyler Gillett

The other director of the Ready or Not sequel, also returning from the first film.

Searchlight Pictures

The production company behind the Ready or Not franchise.

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What they’re saying

“Watch the new trailer for READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME. Starring Samara Weaving, Kathryn Newton, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Shawn Hatosy, Néstor Carbonell, with David Cronenberg, and Elijah Wood. In theaters Spring 2026.”

— Searchlight Pictures

“Sarah Michelle Gellar attends the #SXSW premiere of 'READY OR NOT 2: HERE I COME'”

— Film Updates

What’s next

The film is scheduled to arrive in theaters in October 2026, close to the Halloween season.

The takeaway

Bringing Sarah Michelle Gellar, a veteran of the horror genre, into the Ready or Not franchise is an exciting move that is sure to draw in fans who grew up watching her earlier work. Her presence in the sequel will likely change the story and the danger surrounding the Le Domas family in intriguing ways.