Megan 2.0, the 2022 AI horror sensation sequel, is getting ready to write its next chapter outside of theaters. Having initially premiered in New York on June 24, 2025, and hitting North American theaters on June 27, the sequel is now bound for streaming. Universal Pictures has officially announced that both Megan 2.0 and its unrated version will hit Peacock starting September 26, 2025.The news follows the film gaining high profile over its cinematic run, pulling in $39.1 million against a reported budget of $15–25 million as per a report by Deadline on September 12, 2025.Megan 2.0 will be available to stream on Peacock, along with its unrated version, starting September 26, 2025.Read More: When will All the Devils Are Here premiere? Release date, cast details, first look, and moreStreaming details of Megan 2.0 explored View this post on Instagram Instagram PostThe movie will stream exclusively on Peacock beginning September 26, 2025. The release features the theatrical cut and Megan 2.0 (Unrated), which includes extra footage not found in the original version.The strategy aligns with Universal Pictures approach of using Peacock as the main streaming home for its big theatrical titles. For science fiction and horror fans, the second installment contributes to Peacock's expanding lineup of genre material, which is increasingly a significant component of the platform's lineup.The streaming release also makes the film more accessible. Although its theatrical run brought the second part to North American audiences, the digital release guarantees that the story will find a global subscriber audience.The two cuts of the film also add to Universal's practice of maximizing the shelf life of its assets through longer editions that will sit well with hardcore fans.What happens in Megan 2.0 and who stars in it?Megan 2.0 (Image via Universal Pictures)The story takes place two years after the first film left off, with the original film tracking an AI doll that went on a murderous rampage. In the sequel, Gemma has abandoned robotics for grassroots advocacy. She's now a prominent author and vocal proponent of government regulation of artificial intelligence. Her niece Cady, played by Violet McGraw, has matured into a 14-year-old growing up under Gemma's protective wing. The tale darkens when the theft and adaptation of M3GAN's technology by a defense company are exposed. This brings forth AMELIA, a humanoid defense robot and Ivanna Sakhno's character.Her creators had meant to build her as a formidable tool for infiltrating and assassinating, but she becomes self-aware soon enough. The more she repudiates human control, the more her activities build to become an outright menace that compels Gemma and her friends into action.Jemaine Clement is added to the cast as billionaire Alton Appleton, whose business firm gets mixed up with the consequences of AMELIA's invention. Amie Donald acts out M3GAN physically, and Jenna Davis reprises her role. Supporting roles are played by Brian Jordan Alvarez as Cole and Jen Van Epps as Tess, Gemma's coworkers, who become pivotal in the conflict that unfolds.Directed by Gerard Johnstone and made by James Wan and Jason Blum under their own Atomic Monster and Blumhouse labels, respectively. While the original film heavily relied on horror, the second part combines action and suspense with its ongoing emphasis on ethical issues surrounding AI creation.Read More: Eleanor the Great: Full list of cast and characters exploredFor the unversed, the movie is currently available to stream on Peacock.