No one yet knows what the story will be, but one idea could see The Grabber becoming a supernatural entity who haunts children from the afterlife. This twist could introduce new victims or intertwine with Finney and Gwen’s story, possibly with The Grabber’s malevolent spirit haunting the siblings or invading their dreams. However, turning this character into a recurring horror figure might not align with Ethan Hawke’s career plans.

Scott Derrickson’s film adaptation of Joe Hill’s “The Black Phone” received acclaim from critics and audiences, boasting an 83% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes and grossing over $161 million against a budget of just under $20 million. Although “The Black Phone” concludes in a manner that doesn’t naturally lead to a sequel, its success has sparked interest in continuing the story. While Scott Derrickson hasn’t officially stated he’ll direct the sequel, he expressed openness to the idea and even celebrated a tentative 2025 sequel release date on Twitter.