Who’s in the Until Dawn 2 Cast?

Until Dawn 2 was officially revealed at Sony’s PlayStation State of Play on June 2, 2026. The game is coming to PS5 in 2027, developed by Firesprite Games, a first-party PlayStation studio. The full cast was partially unveiled through the announcement trailer, with several character names still to be confirmed by Sony.

Here is everything confirmed so far.

What is Until Dawn 2 About?

Until Dawn 2 follows a group of paranormal investigators who run a popular ghost-hunting channel called Dead True. They have never actually encountered anything supernatural, the scares they are known for are staged. That changes when they travel to an abandoned tropical island and come face-to-face with real horrors, turning their survival show into an actual fight to survive.

The game keeps the core decision-making systems from the original, including the Butterfly Effect system, where even small choices can lead to major consequences. The tagline says it plainly: “Everyone can live. Everyone can die.”

The setting this time is Akishima Island, a tropical location that replaces the snowy Blackwood Mountain of the original game.

Who Are the Confirmed Until Dawn 2 Cast Members?

Here is the confirmed cast as revealed through the announcement trailer:

Who Are the Lead Actors in Until Dawn 2?

Dacre Montgomery

Dacre Montgomery, best known for playing Billy Hargrove in Stranger Things, appears as one of the protagonists in Until Dawn 2. He is one of the most recognisable faces in the cast and likely a central character in the ghost-hunting group.

Neil Newbon

Neil Newbon takes on a starring role, previously winning massive praise as Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3. His character in Until Dawn 2 is named Sebastian. Newbon is one of the most acclaimed voice and motion capture actors working in games right now, and his involvement signals serious production quality.

Peter Stormare: The Returning Face

Peter Stormare reprises his role as Dr. Alan J. Hill, who appeared as “The Analyst” in the first game, a psychiatrist who observed and questioned your choices throughout the story. He is the only confirmed returning character from the original Until Dawn.

So far, he is the only character confirmed to return from the first game. His brief appearance at the end of the announcement trailer, lit by the same red lighting seen in the 2024 remake’s epilogue, has already sparked fan theories about connections to Sam’s storyline.

Is Anyone Returning From the Original Until Dawn Game?

Only one confirmed returning character exists: Peter Stormare as Dr. Alan J. Hill.

The 2024 remake of Until Dawn featured a new epilogue scene showing Sam (Hayden Panettiere) lying on a bed surrounded by antidepressants and mythology books, waking with a bleeding scar on her arm as Dr. Hill’s voice is heard saying “Sam.” The room is then bathed in red light.

Sam’s status remains a mystery, she was notably absent from the Until Dawn 2 trailer, and developers are keeping her involvement secret for now. Fans are watching closely.

Who Are the Supporting Cast Members in Until Dawn 2?

Gavin Leatherwood (Chilling Adventures of Sabrina) plays a character named Luke. He has a strong background in genre television, making him a natural fit for horror.

Spencer Moore II (Brilliant Minds) plays Nate, rounding out the named characters confirmed so far.

Hannah Kepple and Tanner Buchanan, both from Cobra Kai, are confirmed in the cast, with Hannah’s character named Josie. Their prior on-screen chemistry makes them ones to watch.

Janina Gavankar, known from The Morning Show and with a strong history in gaming voice work, features as a major character.

Camila Senna (Música), Sarah Catherine Hook (First Kill), Andie Ju, Gia Kim, and Raymond Lee (Quantum Leap) round out the ensemble. Their character names have not been officially announced yet.

Who Developed Until Dawn 2 and Is It the Same Studio?

Until Dawn 2 is helmed by Firesprite Games, a first-party PlayStation studio best known for Horizon: Call of the Mountain. The original Until Dawn was developed by Supermassive Games, who are not involved this time.

The project was codenamed “Project Heartbreak” and was reportedly in development at Firesprite since 2021, with numerous veterans of the original Supermassive Games team involved in production.

Firesprite confirmed the studio wants to preserve the original Until Dawn’s “core DNA,” cinematic storytelling, branching player choices, character-driven drama, and multiple possible endings.

What is the Until Dawn 2 Release Date?

Until Dawn 2 is set for release in 2027 as a PS5 exclusive. No specific date beyond that window has been announced. Sony confirmed that more details about gameplay systems, additional cast members, and story will arrive in the coming months.

Why is the Until Dawn 2 Cast Getting So Much Attention?

The original Until Dawn sold over 4 million units, and fan demand for a sequel grew further after the 2025 film adaptation grossed $54 million on a $15 million budget.

The cast mix is notable, it combines TV stars with genuine gaming voice talent (Newbon, Gavankar), which reflects how seriously Firesprite is taking the project. The studio’s philosophy of using Hollywood actors to build out its cast has been carried over from Supermassive Games’ approach with the original game and their Dark Pictures Anthology series, which featured actors like Jessie Buckley and Lashana Lynch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Until Dawn 2 cast entirely new? Mostly yes. Almost every character is new. Peter Stormare is the only confirmed returning actor, reprising Dr. Alan J. Hill from the original game.

Is Rami Malek in Until Dawn 2? No. Rami Malek played Josh Washington in the original 2015 game. He is not confirmed for Until Dawn 2.

Is Hayden Panettiere in Until Dawn 2? Not confirmed. Her character Sam appeared in the 2024 remake’s epilogue, and her absence from the trailer has led to fan speculation, but Sony has not announced her involvement.

Where is Until Dawn 2 set? Akishima Island, a tropical, abandoned island location, a direct contrast to the snowy Blackwood Mountain setting of the first game.

Who is developing Until Dawn 2? Firesprite Games, a first-party PlayStation studio, not Supermassive Games who made the original.

Key Takeaways

• Until Dawn 2 was announced at PlayStation State of Play on June 2, 2026, with a 2027 PS5 release window.
• The lead cast includes Dacre Montgomery, Neil Newbon, and returning Peter Stormare as Dr. Alan J. Hill.
• Neil Newbon plays a character named Sebastian; Gavin Leatherwood plays Luke; Spencer Moore II plays Nate; Hannah Kepple plays Josie.
• Several character names remain unconfirmed pending a full Sony cast reveal.
• Sam’s return is unconfirmed despite hints in the 2024 remake epilogue.
• The game is developed by Firesprite Games, not original developer Supermassive Games.