Netflix officially confirmed: in 2025, a sequel to one of the streaming service's most successful horrors, Troll 2, will be released. first part, directed by Norwegian Roar Uthaug, captivated audiences around the world, becoming the most popular non-English language film on the platform. In the first 91 days, the film garnered an incredible 103 million views and entered Netflix's top 10 in 93 countries, including the United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, and South Korea.
What Made the First Troll so Surprising
The original story combined of Scandinavian mythology and the kaiju genre — the monster movie inspired by Japanese tradition. The film's plot tells of the awakening of a giant creature from Norwegian legends that had slept for thousands of years inside Dovre Mountain. When the ancient giant breaks free, the world is on the brink of destruction.
The film's main asset was its authenticity: the creators masterfully wove Scandinavian folklore into a modern horror, allowing it to stand out against traditional representatives of the genre. Besides that, the visual effects, tense atmosphere, and unique approach made Troll a true hit.
What Is Known About the Sequel
Director Roar Uthaug and writer Espen Aukan, along with producers Espen Horn and Kristian Strand Sinkerud, will return for the sequel. Plot details are still under wraps, but the creators promise to maintain ties to Norwegian mythology, making the foundation even more expressive.
"Working on the first Troll was a dream come true, and seeing our Norwegian story conquer the world is incredible," shares Uthaug.
Whether the creators can replicate the original's success and surprise audiences with new mythological mysteries, we will find out in 2025. But one thing is certain: fans of monsters and Scandinavian legends are already eagerly awaiting the giant's return to the screens.
