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The Platform 2 (2024): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending

The Platform 2 (2024) movie poster

The Platform 2 is a 2024 horror thriller directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia, starring Ivan Massagué as Goreng, Zorion Eguileor and Antonia San Juan. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $132.2 million worldwide. Critics gave it 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.9/10.

IMDb rating
4.9/10
worldwide gross
$132.2M
Echo Score
38
Metascore
45
The Platform 2 (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 39m (99 min)
Genres
Horror , Sci-Fi , Thriller
Original language
Spanish
After the credits
Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
The story

What Is The Platform 2 About?

The premise of The Platform 2 without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

Within a vertical prison where food descends on a platform, a new inmate struggles to survive. A powerful leader's control over this brutal system of sustenance fuels a dangerous rebellion. As each level hungers for the food above, the fight for survival intensifies, forcing individuals to risk everything in a desperate attempt to break free from the cycle of consumption and despair.

The Platform 2 Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • prison
  • suicide
  • dystopian sci fi
  • cannibalism
  • second part
  • platform
  • jail
  • male frontal nudity
  • male full frontal nudity
  • female rear nudity
  • improvised weapon
  • female topless nudity
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  • male rear nudity
  • hallucination
  • hands tied behind back
  • lighter
  • loss of arm
  • hunger
  • guilt
  • arm amputee
  • cellmate
  • prequel
  • cruelty
  • brutality
  • food
  • prisoner
  • dystopia
  • despair
  • arm amputation
  • desperation
  • solidarity
  • inmate
  • social injustice
  • gore
  • cruel punishment
  • violence
  • food rationing
  • cellmate cellmate relationship
  • moral dilemma
  • elevator shaft
  • prison food
  • voluntary prisoner
  • prison setting
  • food deprivation
  • starvation
  • dying of hunger
  • harsh punishment
  • floating platform
  • pit
  • food elevator
Cast & crew

The Platform 2 Cast & Characters

Ivan Massagué leads the cast as Goreng, with Zorion Eguileor as Trimagasi and Antonia San Juan as Imoguiri. Directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

The Platform 2 Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Platform 2 45 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 4.9/10. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in rewatch factor (25).

38 /100

The Platform 2 Echo Score Breakdown

The Platform 2 struggles to match its predecessor with inconsistent execution and limited narrative depth. The sequel’s premise feels repetitive, with disjointed pacing and underdeveloped character arcs undermining its speculative potential. While some moments of striking visuals and ethical quandaries draw fleeting interest, the overall assembly fails to expand meaningfully on the original, leaving a net impression of unfulfilled promise.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 50

    In terms of Art & Craft, the sequel showcases occasional striking visuals and solid action sequences alongside effective lighting choices. However, uneven editing and disjointed transitions detract from the film’s visual cohesion. The production design retains the original’s atmosphere but lacks refinement in framing and sequence flow. The result is a film that impresses sporadically but lacks consistent craftsmanship.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to Character & Emotion, the film provides limited depth and emotional resonance. Characters remain largely undeveloped, with rapid pacing preventing meaningful exploration of motivations or relationships. The emphasis on spectacle leaves little room for nuanced performances or genuine empathy. As a result, the sequel fails to establish engaging connections, and character interactions feel superficial and unconvincing.

  • Story & Flow 35

    In terms of Story & Flow, the sequel largely retreads familiar territory without offering substantial narrative progression. Pacing alternates between hurried exposition and sluggish stretches, resulting in a disjointed structure. While new ethical dilemmas surface, they feel underexplored amid repetitive plot beats. Consequently, the film struggles to maintain coherent engagement or present an original storyline beyond its derivative premise.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    Regarding Sensory Experience, the film delivers a tense soundtrack, impactful sound design, and raw visual style that underscore its confrontational tone. Grotesque imagery and stark lighting contribute to an immersive atmosphere in individual sequences. However, inconsistent audio-visual transitions and a lack of cohesive stylistic unity limit the overall sensory impact. The components are effective in spots but do not coalesce smoothly.

  • Rewatch Factor 25

    As for Rewatch Factor, the sequel’s repetitive framework and underdeveloped themes offer little incentive for repeat viewings. The lack of fresh narrative twists or deeper interpretive layers reduces its lasting appeal. Once the core premise is experienced, there are minimal new insights to discover. Ultimately, the film provides limited replay value and is unlikely to reward subsequent viewings.

Plot

The Platform 2 Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in The Platform 2 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 9-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

An elderly chef walks through a massive kitchen, approving various delicious dishes as he goes.

A man named Goreng (Ivan Massagué) wakes up in a building and is told by his cell-mate Trimagasi (Zorion Eguileor) that this is level 48 and they are in a place called the Pit. There are two people on every level of the prison and the inmates are knocked out and moved to a different level every month. Goreng is told that food is key in this prison. Timagasi notes that the people below and the people above do not speak to each other.

Full summary

The whole story of The Platform 2, scene by scene, with the ending explained

Read the full summary
Box office

The Platform 2 Box Office

The Platform 2 grossed $132.2 million worldwide. $77.4 million came from the US and Canada and $54.9 million (41%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$132.2M

US & Canada
$77.4M
International
$54.9M
US & Canada 59% Rest of the world 41%
Videos

The Platform 2 Trailers & Videos

3 videos: 1 trailer, 1 teaser and 1 clip.

Official Trailer [Subtitled]
  • Teaser Official Teaser [Subtitled]
  • Clip Exclusive Clip [Subtitled]
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Platform 2?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is the name of the protagonist who wakes up on level 48?

Details

The Platform 2 Also Known As

28 alternative titles, including “سکو ۲” and “Der Schacht 2”.

Also known as
  • سکو ۲
  • Der Schacht 2
  • Hullet 2, პლატფორმა 2
  • 絕命大平台 2
  • 더 플랫폼 2
  • 饥饿站台2
  • O Poço 2
  • La Plateforme 2
  • Il buco - Capitolo 2
  • Platforma 2
  • Платформа 2, ხვრელი 2
  • Hố sâu đói khát 2
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  • Платформата 2
  • เดอะ แพลตฟอร์ม 2
  • سکو ۲ (پلتفرم ۲)
  • プラットフォーム2
  • A platform 2.
  • Hålet 2
  • Díra 2
  • הפיר 2
  • المنصة 2
  • 饑餓鬥室 2
  • 饥饿站台 2
  • Platformen 2
  • Taso 2
  • Η Πλατφόρμα 2
  • द प्लेटफ़ॉर्म 2
  • A Plataforma 2

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FAQ

The Platform 2 FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of The Platform 2, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Platform 2?

The Platform 2 runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).

When was The Platform 2 released?

The Platform 2 was released on October 4, 2024.

Who directed The Platform 2?

The Platform 2 was directed by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia.

More films by Galder Gaztelu-Urrutia

Who is in the cast of The Platform 2?

The Platform 2 stars Ivan Massagué as Goreng, Zorion Eguileor as Trimagasi and Antonia San Juan as Imoguiri, among 13 credited actors.

How much did The Platform 2 make at the box office?

The Platform 2 grossed $132.2 million worldwide ($77.4 million domestic, $54.9 million international).

How is The Platform 2 rated?

The Platform 2 has 4.9/10 on IMDb and 45 on Metacritic.

Does The Platform 2 have a post-credit scene?

Yes. The Platform 2 has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.

What language is The Platform 2 in?

The original language of The Platform 2 is Spanish.

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