Although the first film, The Curse of La Llorona (2019), divided film critics, the box office numbers spoke louder. With a modest budget, the production earned over US$123 million worldwide, proving that James Wan's production seal (the mentor behind The Conjuring) is a guarantee for viewers.
The gap between films was also strategic. According to behind-the-scenes information, Warner Bros. waited for the performance of other titles in the genre, such as the recent success of Premonition: Bonds of Blood, to understand the public's appetite for established franchises. The reactivation of the project, which had even been shelved due to budget issues, shows that horror from "entities" still possesses gigantic commercial potential in the current 2026 scenario.
The Revenge of La Llorona is scheduled to premiere in theaters on April 8, 2027. Filming has already begun in Buffalo, United States. This schedule allows for careful post-production, especially regarding visual effects and sound design — elements that are fundamental pillars in the genre and were targets for improvements requested by fans of the first chapter.
One of the biggest surprises in this sequel is the renewal of the main cast, bringing actors with a solid track record in suspense and action productions. Jay Hernandez, famous for his role in Magnum P.I. and the horror classic Hostel, leads the new story. His casting suggests a more mature and physical tone for the film, possibly exploring family protection against dark forces.
To maintain continuity and connection with the original film, actor Raymond Cruz (known for his role as Tuco Salamanca in Breaking Bad) returns as healer Rafael Olvera. His presence is the necessary link to the mysticism and Latin traditions that form the foundation of La Llorona's story.
Monica Raymund, star of Chicago Fire, brings dramatic weight to the narrative. Edy Ganem, known for 9-1-1 and Devious Maids, also joins the cast. Child actors Martín Fajardo, Acston Luca Porto, and Avie Porto complete the family that will be the target of the entity.
A significant change occurs behind the camera. Michael Chaves, who directed the first film and moved on to major projects like The Conjuring 4: The Last Ritual, gives way to Canadian filmmaker Santiago Menghini. Menghini gained prominence in the horror circuit for the award-winning short Milk and the Netflix feature Nobody Gets Out Alive (2021).
