I Never Forget What You Did Last Summer (2025) is the highly anticipated sequel to the iconic 1997 horror film, I Know What You Did Last Summer, bringing back original stars Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt. As a modern reboot with a twist, the film is set to capitalize on the success of the growing trend of revisiting 90s horror classics. Directed by a promising new filmmaker, it’s a revival fans have been eagerly waiting for.
Budget & Production
With a production budget of around $40 million, I Never Forget What You Did Last Summer is a moderately-budgeted horror film compared to today’s blockbusters, but it allocates significant funds for special effects, thrilling action sequences, and atmospheric set designs. The budget also includes a hefty portion for star salaries, with Freddie Prinze Jr. and Jennifer Love Hewitt reprising their roles, alongside a younger cast to appeal to new audiences. Filming took place in several remote coastal towns, utilizing modern technology to create a suspenseful, eerie atmosphere that enhances the tension.
Release Date
I Never Forget What You Did Last Summer is slated for a worldwide theatrical release in July 2025, aligning with its summer-horror legacy. It will be released by Sony Pictures, and there are plans for significant promotional campaigns across social media platforms, ensuring it reaches both nostalgic fans of the original and younger moviegoers who crave intense slasher films.
Success Story
Given the resurgence in popularity of horror reboots and legacy sequels—like the success of the Scream franchise revival—there’s strong anticipation for I Never Forget What You Did Last Summer. With its legacy cast returning, combined with a modern twist to attract new viewers, industry experts predict the film will open to solid box office numbers. Early buzz from teaser trailers suggests the film will reignite interest in the slasher genre, tapping into a new wave of nostalgia-driven horror success.
The film aims to balance fan service with a fresh take on the slasher genre, promising shocking twists, intense suspense, and the ultimate summer movie thrills.
