The sequel to the 2020 disaster hit “Greenland” is coming to theaters on January 9, 2026, and the newly released trailer confirms a return to the high-octane survival thrills fans expect. “Greenland 2: Migration” picks up five years after the original, with the Garrity family forced to leave their bunker as conditions worsen on a post-apocalyptic Earth.
The Premise: A Perilous Journey South
The core of the story follows John (Gerard Butler), Allison (Morena Baccarin), and their son Nathan (Roman Griffin Davis) as they abandon the diminishing safety of a Greenland shelter. Their destination: France, near the Clarke interstellar comet crater – a rumored haven where survivors are attempting to rebuild society. The journey south is portrayed as brutal, with the trailer showcasing intense scenarios: oceanic disasters, armed conflicts, deadly radiation storms, and treacherous escapes across impossible terrain.
What Makes This Sequel Stand Out
The film has secured a substantial $90 million budget, indicating an escalation in scale and spectacle compared to the first installment. Director Ric Roman Waugh returns, alongside original screenwriter Chris Sparling, ensuring continuity with the established tone and narrative. The trailer highlights not just the disaster elements but also the raw emotional stakes, emphasizing the family’s desperate struggle for survival.
Cast and Crew: Familiar Faces and Proven Experience
Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin reprise their roles as the Garrity parents, while Roman Griffin Davis once again portrays their son. Supporting cast members include Amber Rose Revah, Sophie Thompson, Trond Fausa Aurvåg, and William Abadie. The production team includes veteran producer Basil Iwanyk (known for the “John Wick” franchise) alongside Ric Roman Waugh and Butler himself.
The new trailer delivers a clear message: “Greenland 2: Migration” will be a relentless, visually striking disaster film that emphasizes the human cost of survival in the face of planetary catastrophe. The film’s premise underscores the long-term consequences of near-extinction events and the desperate measures people take to secure a future in a broken world.
