The trailer for Acrimony 2 opens with somber music and a flashback to the intense, heartbreaking events of the first film, where Melinda (Taraji P. Henson) appeared to meet a tragic end. But a surprise shot reveals her hand reaching out from the cold water as a voiceover from Melinda says, “I’m not one to go quietly.” Cut to the present day, where Robert (Lyriq Bent) is seen attempting to rebuild his life, married and preparing for the birth of his child, yet haunted by memories of Melinda.
A voiceover reveals that strange occurrences have disrupted Robert’s new life—someone is sending cryptic messages, a reminder of past betrayals. A shadowy figure watches him and his wife from a distance, hinting that Melinda may have survived. Soon after, Robert’s career begins to unravel as contracts slip through his fingers and rumors circulate about him within the industry. A montage shows how every attempt he makes to salvage his work is mysteriously thwarted, pushing him toward a breaking point.
The trailer intensifies as Melinda makes her reappearance, scarred but very much alive, with a chilling resolve in her eyes. She’s back to reclaim what she feels is rightfully hers and begins a psychological campaign of revenge, making Robert question his own sanity. Scenes flash by of Melinda stalking Robert’s new wife, terrorizing her with messages that only someone from Robert’s past would know. She seems one step ahead at every turn, threatening to expose secrets that could destroy Robert’s new family.
The climax of the trailer shows a heated confrontation between Melinda and Robert, as he begs her to leave him alone. Melinda, now emotionally unhinged, responds, “You thought I’d just disappear?” The trailer ends with Melinda watching from a distance as Robert’s life falls apart, her chilling laughter echoing as the screen cuts to black.
