12 Feet Deep (2025) is a chilling psychological thriller that builds upon the tension of its predecessor, trapping audiences in a gripping, claustrophobic nightmare. The story picks up with sisters Bree (Emma Roberts) and Jonna (Alexandra Daddario), who are haunted by the traumatic events of their near-drowning years earlier. Though they’ve tried to move on with their lives, lingering fears and unresolved tension between them persist.
The trailer opens with flashes of water, dim lighting, and the muffled sound of desperate voices, immediately setting a tense atmosphere. The sisters reunite in an attempt to confront their shared trauma through an intense therapy retreat, but things take a dark turn when they end up locked in a new underwater facility designed to simulate deep-sea survival. As they plunge 12 feet below the surface once again, what starts as a therapeutic experiment quickly transforms into a desperate fight for survival.
A series of technical malfunctions and communication breakdowns make escape impossible. The facility’s AI system, designed to monitor and control the environment, begins malfunctioning, creating dangerous conditions that push the sisters to their limits. As the water rises, tension and fear reveal buried secrets between Bree and Jonna, adding psychological pressure to the already terrifying situation.
Directed by Mike Flanagan, 12 Feet Deep (2025) delivers edge-of-your-seat suspense, powerful performances, and a dark exploration of human survival and sisterhood. With underwater cinematography that amplifies the feeling of entrapment and fear, the film forces audiences to confront their own fears of isolation and helplessness. This chilling sequel promises a heart-pounding experience and is set to captivate both fans of the original and newcomers to this underwater horror.
