Disney is kicking off 2025 with a touch of horror. In January, the streaming service will premiere the second season of Goosebumps – a series inspired by the popular children’s books by R. L. Stine. The novels penned by the American author revolve around kids and teenagers embarking on various paranormal escapades, relying on their intelligence and bravery to navigate through them.
While Stine’s books were previously adapted for television in the 1990s, Disney has decided to present a fresh take on the renowned horror stories. The new iteration of Goosebumps is an anthology that unveils a different narrative and introduces fresh characters each season. The series is spearheaded by Rob Letterman (Pokémon: Detective Pikachu) and Nicholas Stoller (Forgetting Sarah Marshall), who serve as writers and producers.
Here’s a glimpse of the eerie encounters that await viewers in the show’s second chapter, now titled – The Vanishing.
When does Goosebumps: The Vanishing release?
The second season of Goosebumps is set to debut on Disney+ and Hulu on Friday, 10 January 2025. The series will consist of eight episodes released weekly on the platforms.
Who are the cast of Goosebumps: The Vanishing?
The role of Anthony will be portrayed by David Schwimmer, best known to Friends enthusiasts for his portrayal of Ross Geller.
Joining him are:
- Ana Ortiz as Jen
- Jayden Bartels as Cece Brewer
- Sam McCarthy as Devin Brewer
- Elijah M. Cooper as CJ
- Galilea La Salvia as Frankie
- Francesca Noel as Alex
- Stony Blyden as Trey
What will the plot of Goosebumps: The Vanishing be?
The upcoming season of Goosebumps will pick up three decades after the conclusion of season 1, which took place in 1994. Anthony Brewer, a botany professor, is still haunted by the mysterious disappearance of his brother 30 years earlier. As a divorced father, Anthony welcomes his kids, Cece and Devin, to spend the summer with him in Brooklyn. However, dark secrets and ancient monsters lurk in the shadows.
Here’s the official synopsis of the season:
“Goosebumps: The Vanishing” follows twins Cece and Devin Brewer as they spend a summer in Gravesend, Brooklyn, with their divorced dad. A looming threat emerges, unearthing dark secrets among them and triggering a series of events that unveil a profound mystery. As they delve into the unknown, Cece, Devin, and their friends — Alex, CJ, and Frankie — become entwined in the chilling story of four teenagers who mysteriously vanished in 1994.
The second season of Goosebumps draws inspiration from the books Stay Out of the Basement, The Haunted Car, Monster Blood, The Girl Who Cried Monster, The Ghost Next Door, and Welcome To Camp Nightmare.
Is there a trailer for Goosebumps: The Vanishing?
Indeed, there is! Watch the spine-chilling trailer below:
