In Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters 2, Jeremy Renner and Gemma Arterton reprise their roles as the sibling witch hunters, Hansel and Gretel, in a darker, bloodier, and more action-packed sequel. The trailer teases a new and terrifying journey for the duo, filled with even deadlier foes and deeper emotional stakes.
The film picks up several years after the events of the original, where Hansel and Gretel had vanquished the Grand Witch. Now, with their reputation as witch hunters firmly established, they continue to travel across medieval Europe, eradicating covens and hunting down evil creatures. However, the trailer reveals that a powerful new adversary has risen—a mysterious Dark Witch who has united several covens and is plotting to unleash an ancient curse that could wipe out humanity.
The trailer opens with scenes of Hansel and Gretel fighting off witches in a gloomy forest, showcasing their advanced combat skills and new magical weapons. Both siblings have evolved as hunters, becoming more skilled and hardened by their many battles. The tone quickly shifts to suspense as they discover evidence of the Dark Witch’s plan to resurrect an ancient evil, one that could not only bring witches back to full power but also plunge the world into eternal darkness.
There are glimpses of intense action sequences, from terrifying witch attacks to massive battles involving magical creatures and sinister forest environments. The Dark Witch, portrayed as a formidable and almost godlike figure, is shown casting deadly spells and manipulating dark forces to further her evil agenda.
The emotional core of the trailer centers on the bond between Hansel and Gretel, who, despite their tough exterior, are still haunted by the trauma of their childhood and the loss of their parents. As the stakes rise, their relationship is tested as they confront not only the Dark Witch but also their past, which holds key secrets about their destiny as witch hunters.
The teaser ends with a cliffhanger, showing Hansel and Gretel facing off against the Dark Witch in a final, epic battle. The powerful imagery and dark atmosphere suggest a more mature, brutal tone for the sequel, hinting that Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters 2 will be a thrilling and intense follow-up to the original.