Fantasy for the Ages

2025 vs 1997: Does the New Slasher Live Up to the Classic?


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2025 gave us a new I Know What You Did Last Summer — and yes, this is a true sequel, not a reboot.


In this spoiler-lite review, I break down whether this 2025 follow-up to the 1997 slasher classic could recapture the magic that made the original so iconic… or whether this is a sequel that never really needed to exist in the first place.


We’ll talk about:

• How the film compares to the original

• The surprisingly strong script and plot twists

• Why Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. completely outshine the new cast

• The modern slasher elements, kills, and production value

• That very weird ending after the ending

• And whether this sequel actually weakens the legacy of a horror classic


I enjoyed this movie—but enjoyment doesn’t always mean justification.


If you’re a fan of modern slashers, mystery-driven horror, or just wanted to see Hewitt and Prinze back in these roles one more time, this review is for you.


👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments:

Did you love it? Hate it? Or walk away feeling conflicted but entertained?


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0:00 - Opening

1:06 - Movie Details

2:40 - Jim’s Take

3:39 - Five Reasons You May Enjoy This

4:25 - Three Reasons You Might Not Care for It

5:14 - Final Thoughts

5:46 - Conclusion & Wrap-up


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