The first trailer for Van Helsing 2 (2025) marks the triumphant return of Hugh Jackman as the legendary monster hunter, in a dark and thrilling sequel that expands the classic horror universe and opens a new chapter of supernatural adventures. Set years after the original film, this sequel promises new creatures, ancient curses, and a deeper exploration of Van Helsing’s mysterious past.

The trailer begins in a haunting, fog-covered forest under the pale moonlight. A frigid wind howls through the trees, and in the distance, a faint roar echoes through the night. The camera glides through the shadows to reveal a figure running at inhuman speed: a vampire on the run, desperately fleeing. Suddenly, a silver-tipped crossbow bolt slices through the air and pierces the creature in mid-flight, reducing it to ash. The unmistakable silhouette of Van Helsing (Hugh Jackman) appears, reloading his crossbow with steely determination. His deep, resonant voiceover declares, “The world has changed… but the darkness remains.”

A quick montage reveals the new setting: a vast, ancient European city shrouded in shadow and mystery. Gargoyles tower over Gothic cathedrals while narrow cobblestone streets wind through markets steeped in whispers and secrets. Van Helsing arrives in this city on a dangerous mission, summoned by a secret society to investigate a series of gruesome murders linked to the resurgence of powerful supernatural forces.

The story takes a turn with the appearance of Anna Valerious’s descendant (played by a new actress), who becomes an essential ally in Van Helsing’s crusade. Together they uncover a sinister conspiracy that points to the return of an ancient evil, directly connected to the origins of the curse that turned Van Helsing into an immortal warrior. “They know who you are,” he warns. “They’ve been waiting for you.”