Judah Lewis
Cole Johnson
The Babysitter: Killer Queen
“Face your demons. Survive the night.”
2020
1h 41m
Director: McG
Overview
Two years after defeating a satanic cult led by his babysitter Bee, Cole's trying to forget his past and focus on surviving high school. But when old enemies unexpectedly return, Cole will once again have to outsmart the forces of evil.
Cast
12 people
Reviews
4 min readThe Babysitter: Killer Queen, or How to Waste a Cult
I’ll admit it: I went into The Babysitter: Killer Queen expecting to hate it. Not because I disliked the first film—quite the opposite. The original Babysitter was a scrappy, self-aware slasher-comedy that knew exactly what it was: a high-energy, blood-soaked romp with a killer soundtrack and a cast that seemed to be having the time of their lives.
It was dumb, but it was fun dumb. The sequel, though? It feels like someone took that same recipe, microwaved it for 90 seconds, and served it up with a side of existential dread.
McG has called this film a "mixtape" of influences, blending Faustian bargains with Mel Brooks-style humor and an ‘80s aesthetic. That’s a bold claim, but the execution lands somewhere between a fever dream and a clearance-rack Stranger Things knockoff. The problem isn’t that Killer Queen tries too hard—it’s that it doesn’t try enough.
The first film thrived on its scrappy charm, its willingness to lean into the absurdity of a satanic cult operating out of a suburban living room. This sequel, by contrast, feels desperately designed, like it’s constantly checking its reflection to make sure it’s still cool. Take the opening sequence, for instance.
Cole (Judah Lewis) is now two years removed from his battle with Bee’s cult, but he’s still haunted—literally, in one scene where the undead cult members reappear in his bedroom like a bad acid flashback. The film tries to sell this as horror-comedy, but the tone is all over the place. One minute, it’s a slapstick chase through a high school hallway; the next, it’s a gory bloodbath with practical effects that look like they were borrowed from a Troma film.
The editing is so choppy it gives you whiplash, and the jokes land with all the subtlety of a sledgehammer. (A sledgehammer wielded by someone who’s never swung one before.)
Audience Opinions
Audience 5.0/10
"A messy but entertaining horror-comedy sequel that delivers fun moments but struggles with consistency and originality."
The movie leans into its over-the-top horror-comedy tone, with some viewers appreciating the chaotic energy and nostalgic callbacks to the first film. However, the plot feels disjointed, and the humor often falls flat, leaving many wishing for more substance behind the style. The cast’s chemistry keeps it watchable, but the story’s predictability and thin character development hold it back.
What viewers praise
- Chaotic fun The movie’s wild, over-the-top energy provides some entertaining moments for fans of the genre.
- Cast chemistry The returning cast, particularly Judah Lewis and the supporting players, bring enough charm to keep the film engaging.
- Nostalgic callbacks Fans of the first film appreciated the references and callbacks to the original, adding a layer of fun for returning viewers.
Common complaints
- Disjointed plot The story feels messy and poorly structured, with pacing issues that make it hard to follow at times.
- Weak humor Many jokes fall flat, and the comedy often feels forced or out of place in the horror-comedy mix.
- Predictable story The plot relies heavily on familiar tropes, making it feel unoriginal and lacking in surprises.
- Thin character development Supporting characters lack depth, and the film doesn’t give them enough room to shine beyond their roles in the chaos.
Recommended for
Horror-comedy fans Fans of the first movie Jenna Ortega admirers Lighthearted slasher lovers Nostalgic sequel seekers
Buzz & Rumors
Public reportsNetflix’s The Babysitter: Killer Queen: Behind the Blood-Soaked Sequel
The Babysitter: Killer Queen (2020) returned with more chaos, more gore, and a cast still game for McG’s over-the-top horror-comedy antics. latestnetflix.com's read is that Two years after the original cult hit, the sequel doubled down on its mix of teen slasher tropes and self-aware humor—but not without a few behind-the-scenes twists.
A Cast Still Willing to Play with Fire
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Judah Lewis reprised his role as Cole, the now-older teen still haunted by the satanic babysitter’s legacy. Sources suggest Lewis leaned into the absurdity, with one review calling his performance "a perfect blend of exasperation and survival instinct" . Bella Thorne returned as the fiery, knife-wielding Allison, though her role was reportedly scaled back compared to the first film—rumor has it due to scheduling conflicts with other projects (unconfirmed).
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Newcomers like Jenna Ortega (Wednesday) joined the fray as Phoebe, a sharp-tongued classmate who quickly became a fan favorite. Ortega’s chemistry with Lewis was a standout, with one critic noting her "effortless balance of sarcasm and heart" . Meanwhile, Robbie Amell and Andrew Bachelor brought the laughs as grown-up versions of the original cult members, Max and John, respectively.
McG’s Vision: More Gore, More Camp
Director McG didn’t hold back on the sequel’s tone. The film leaned harder into its horror-comedy roots, with practical effects and gory set pieces that divided audiences. Some called it "a bloody good time" , while others felt it lacked the original’s surprise factor 
. The runtime clocked in at 101 minutes, a slight stretch from the first film’s 85 , but McG kept the pacing tight with rapid-fire jokes and over-the-top kills.
One behind-the-scenes tidbit: the lake house setting was reportedly chosen for its eerie isolation, allowing the cast to film night scenes with minimal light pollution. However, no major on-set mishaps or delays were documented in the available evidence.
Reception: Love It or Leave It
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Critics were split. SensCritique gave it a middling 5/10, with users praising the cast’s energy but criticizing the plot’s predictability . Rotten Tomatoes’ audience score (not listed in the evidence) remains unverified here, but YouTube reviews leaned into the film’s campy charm. One reviewer called it "worth all the blood sacrifice" , while another dismissed it as "a messy but fun ride" .
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The trailer, released in two versions , teased the sequel’s escalation—more cult members, more supernatural stakes, and a finale that left fans debating whether Cole’s luck had finally run out.
The Verdict: A Cult Sequel for the Right Crowd
The Babysitter: Killer Queen didn’t reinvent the wheel, but it delivered exactly what its niche audience wanted: gore, laughs, and a cast clearly having fun. Whether it’ll spawn another sequel remains unclear—though with Netflix’s track record, stranger things have happened.
Entertainment rumors and trivia aggregated from public reporting. Treat speculation as unverified unless a cited source confirms it.
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