Have you ever thought of a world where your beloved childhood characters take on twisted and terrifying new forms? If you haven’t it’s ok. In fact, this is exactly what the creators of Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood & Honey have done, winning the hearts horror fans and movie buffs alike. With the sequel, Blood & Honey 2, set to hit Amazon on June 26th, the terror is gearing up to travel into new territory.
In 2023, audiences were introduced to an unsettling version of Winnie-the-Pooh that was far different from the beloved books by A.A. Milne and E.H. Shepard that we all grew up on. Blood & Honey remakes the lovable bear as a bloodythirsty slasher, taking horror fans on a deadly journey to find Christopher Robin. This installment, continues the dark story with Pooh’s rampage over Ashdown, best known as Christopher Robin’s childhood hometown. This time it promises more thrills and scares as Pooh seeks revenge on the world.
When Blood & Honey was first announced in 2022, it quickly went viral online. The idea of turning a childhood icon into a slasher figure intrigued and horrified audiences equally. This online buzz translated into commercial success, with the film grossing $5.2 million on a $100,000 low budget. Originally planned as a one-night event, its popularity led to a major worldwide theatrical release.
Blood & Honey 2: The Cast and Characters
The follow up film boasts a talented cast, including Scott Chambers, Ryan Oliva, Tallulah Evans, Teresa Banham, Peter DeSouza-Feighoney, Alec Newman, and Simon Callow. This collective of actors bring depth to the dark tale, making it a must-watch!
Despite its box-office success, the original Blood & Honey faced harsh criticism for its weak story, inconsistent acting, and lack of genuine horror or humor. Then, Blood & Honey 2‘s box office returns were drastically lower, earning only $1 million. Despite this decrease, the film’s creators remained determined to keep the trilogy going. Not letting up, the filmmakers have already begun developing Blood & Honey 3. In addition to have announcing plans for The Twisted Childhood Universe (TCU), featuring horror films like Bambi: The Reckoning, Peter Pan’s Neverland Nightmare, and Pinocchio: Unstrung.
Travel Into The TCU: The Twisted Childhood Universe
The TCU promises to deliver more twisted takes on beloved childhood characters. With Winnie-the-Pooh setting the stage, the franchise aims to create a shared universe of horror, culminating in a crossover event titled Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble. This rumored project has piqued the interest of a wide range of audiences, excited to see how these classic characters will be reimagined.
Fast forward to today. Now, two months after its theatrical release, Blood & Honey 2 is set to make its digital debut on Amazon. Available exclusively on the platform starting June 26, the film will later land on other digital platforms, as well as Blu-ray, and DVD. This release strategy allows fans to revisit or catch up on the TCU at home, while building anticipation for future installments.
What’s Next?
With the digital release of Blood & Honey 2, fans anxiously await news about Blood & Honey 3 and other TCU projects. In the meantime, the franchise’s creators have teased exciting developments, promising to push the boundaries of horror even further. Because of this, the anticipation keeps fans looped in and invested in the franchise’s future. With that being said, if you’re ready to experience the dark side of Pooh bear, mark your calendars!
