I Still Know What You Did Last Summer

"Someone is dying for a second chance."

1998 1h 40m EN

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Ever since killing the Fisherman one year ago, Julie James is still haunted by images of him after her. When her best friend Karla wins free tickets to the Bahamas, Julie finds this a perfect opportunity to finally relax. But someone is waiting for her. Someone who she thought was dead. Someone who is out again for revenge.

“Someone is dying for a second chance.”

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Cast

Jennifer Love Hewitt
Julie James
Freddie Prinze Jr.
Ray Bronson
Matthew Settle
Will Benson
Brandy Norwood
Karla Wilson
Mekhi Phifer
Tyrell
Muse Watson
Ben Willis
Jennifer Esposito
Nancy
Bill Cobbs
Estes

Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Danny Cannon
Writers: Trey Callaway
Languages: English
Countries: United States of America

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MONEY

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Made its money back 3.5× over at the box office.

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2 / 8

ERA

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28 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.

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3 / 8

CINEMA

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Part of the "I Know What You Did Last Summer Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.

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4 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Directed by Danny Cannon, shot by Vernon Layton. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.

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5 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Original score by John Frizzell. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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6 / 8

DIRECTOR

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Editor Peck Prior shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.

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7 / 8

CAST

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Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. and Matthew Settle carry the top of the cast.

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8 / 8

FACT

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Marketing tagline: "Someone is dying for a second chance.".

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The take

Danny Cannon directs. Vernon Layton behind the camera. John Frizzell scores. Peck Prior cuts. Made its budget back several times over at the box office. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in English.

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1Made its money back 3.5× over at the box office.
228 years old — old enough to be someone's favourite childhood film.
3Part of the "I Know What You Did Last Summer Collection" — so the characters or world continue elsewhere.
4Directed by Danny Cannon, shot by Vernon Layton. Note their partnership — DPs and directors often return to each other across a career.
5Original score by John Frizzell. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
6Editor Peck Prior shaped the rhythm. On an edit-heavy film, the editor does more to control your pulse than the director.
7Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. and Matthew Settle carry the top of the cast.
8Marketing tagline: "Someone is dying for a second chance.".
9IMDB entry: tt0130018 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.
10Classified under 17 themes, including "island", "competition", "fisherman", "bahamas".
11Released under 13 different titles around the world.

The technical file

Cinematography: Vernon Layton
Original score: John Frizzell
Editing: Peck Prior
Production design: Doug Kraner
Costume design: Daniel J. Lester
Makeup / hair: Bonita DeHaven
VFX supervisor: Alison Savitch
Stunt coordinator: Freddie Hice
Runtime: 100 min · 1h 40m
Aspect ratio (typical): 1.37:1 (Academy)
Status: Released
Budget: $24,000,000
Box office: $84,002,112
Return: 350% of budget
Original language: EN
Certification (US): R
IMDB: I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)

Part of

I Know What You Did Last Summer Collection

I Know What You Did Last Summer is a 1997 American slasher film based on the 1973 novel of the same name by Lois Duncan. The film stars Jennifer Love Hewitt, Sarah Michelle Gellar, Ryan Phillippe and Freddie Prinze Jr., with Anne Heche and Bridgette Wilson appearing in supporting roles. It centers on four friends who are being stalked by a killer, one year after covering up a car accident in which they were involved. The film was directed by Jim Gillespie, from a screenplay written by Kevin Williamson, writer of Scream. The film was followed by three sequels, I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998), the straight-to-DVD release I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer (2006), and the legacy sequel also titled I Know What You Did Last Summer (2025).

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Andre Gonzales2023-07-04
★ 8/10
Just as good as the first in my opinion. Might be slightly better because this one has a lot more killings then the 1st.
tmdb516161672024-09-03
★ 5/10
The "I Know What You Did Last Summer" franchise has left a lasting impact on audiences, with the first film being particularly noteworthy for its thrilling and grounded portrayal of a vengeful antagonist. Ben Willis stands out as a compelling and underrated character, bringing a sense of realism to the story without delving into the supernatural realm. Jennifer Love Hewitt and Freddie Prinze Jr. deliver captivating performances, drawing viewers in with their charisma and acting prowess. The sequel, "I Still Know What You Did Last Summer," takes the characters on a harrowing adventure to an island, adding another layer of suspense and terror to the franchise. While some may overlook this installment as a credible sequel, the addition of Brandy Norwood as Carla contributes to the film's appeal and intensity. However, the franchise takes a misstep with "I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer," introducing supernatural elements that detract from the grounded nature of the original films. This departure from reality diminishes the impact of the storyline and characters, leading to a disappointing third installment that lacks the involvement of the main cast. The television series based on the franchise offers a different but enjoyable take on the story, adding credibility and entertainment value to the overall franchise. While the series was cut short, fans are eager for a reboot that promises to bring fresh energy to the familiar tale. It is hoped that the original cast will return, providing a seamless continuation of the beloved saga akin to the success of the "Scream" franchise.
r96sk2025-04-19
★ 5/10
<em>'I Still Know What You Did Last Summer'</em> is a pointless sequel. It doesn't do anything interesting, the change of location is also meaningless given how the plot plays out; in terms of weather and a convenient late arrival. None of the characters stick out either. Jennifer Love Hewitt continues to lead finely, though isn't as entertaining as last time out. Freddie Prinze Jr. barely features, while newcomers Brandy (albeit the best of the rest) and Mekhi Phifer are forgettable. I didn't expect to see that cameo from a certain someone, mind. Ultimately, it's just boring. I can't imagine <em>'I'll Always Know What You Did Last Summer'</em> improved things given the release year jump and presumed cast changes, but I shall soon see.