Jeepers Creepers 5: 23 Years Later (2026)

Starring: Jenna Ortega, Anya Taylor-Joy

The spring of 2026 brings with it an ancient terror that has once again awakened. Every 23 years, the Creeper, a winged creature that has haunted the highways of America for generations, emerges from the shadows to feed, but this time, the cycle is different. Jeepers Creepers 5: 23 Years Later follows two sisters, now thrust into the heart of a horrific ritual that has spanned decades. They are the last targets in a cycle of bloodshed and terror that the Creeper has meticulously planned for centuries, and their lives are about to become part of a much larger, much darker story.

As the film opens, we are reminded of the Creeper’s terrifying history. A being that has terrorized countless individuals over the years, it is driven by an insatiable hunger that knows no bounds. Every 23 years, it awakens to harvest the terror of unsuspecting victims, taking whatever it needs to sustain itself for the next two decades. For those who have survived the Creeper’s previous encounters, the thought of its return is a nightmare they cannot forget. For the new generation, it is a terrifying myth. That is until it is no longer a myth.

The story begins with two sisters—Lena (Jenna Ortega) and Iris (Anya Taylor-Joy)—who have grown up hearing tales of the Creeper’s last reign of terror. Raised in the shadow of the horrors of the past, they live in a world where their parents are still haunted by the memories of that horrific 23-year cycle. The sisters, however, have never truly believed the stories they were told. For them, it was always a tale of the past, a thing of nightmares that older generations could never quite shake off. That is, until strange things begin to happen in their small town.

At first, it seems like an ordinary spring. The sun shines, the breeze is mild, and life moves at a steady pace. But the winds of terror begin to stir again as the first signs of the Creeper’s return emerge. It begins with eerie, unexplained disappearances—animals vanish without a trace, vehicles are found abandoned, and the scent of death hangs in the air. It doesn’t take long for Lena and Iris to realize that something is wrong. Something ancient and terrible is stirring in the darkness once again, and they are caught in its web.

The Creeper, having awakened from its slumber, now casts its shadow over the sisters’ lives. But this time, the Creeper is not simply a mindless beast hunting for food. This time, the Creeper’s return is tied to a ritual of blood that has been going on for generations. The sisters, unknowingly, are the final targets in a ritualistic harvest that has been laid out before them—a cycle that will only end when they are claimed. They are the final pieces in a puzzle that stretches back over two decades.

The Creeper’s power is greater than ever before. With its wings spanning the darkened skies and its terrifying presence in the night, it is clear that it has evolved since its last awakening. Its hunger has only grown, and it’s now targeting the sisters in a way that is more personal, more calculated than ever before. As they come to realize the horrifying truth about their family’s connection to the Creeper’s ritual, they must now survive not only the terror of being hunted by an unstoppable force but also the knowledge that their fate has been sealed for generations.

Lena and Iris are thrust into the nightmare of their ancestors, forced to confront the terror that has been passed down through the generations. With no way of understanding the full scope of what they’re up against, they must come to terms with the fact that they are the next to be hunted. As the Creeper stalks them relentlessly, the sisters must navigate a landscape of rusted steel and decaying ruins—the same places where the Creeper has always waited, watching from the shadows for its next victims.

As the Creeper draws closer, Lena and Iris are left with only one option: to fight back. But how can you defeat something that has existed for centuries? How do you destroy a force that has been feeding on fear and blood for so long? The sisters’ journey becomes one of survival and revelation, as they uncover long-hidden truths about the origins of the Creeper and the ritual that has brought it back. The Creeper’s origins are more tied to their family than they could have ever imagined, and the key to ending the cycle may lie within their own blood.

With each passing day, the sisters realize that they must not only survive but also break the cycle of fear that has haunted their family for generations. The Creeper’s return is not just a simple act of terror—it is a reckoning, a final harvest in a ritual that will only end when the bloodline is severed. As the sisters struggle to fight for their lives, they must also confront the knowledge that their fates are intertwined with the Creeper’s dark past.

The clock ticks down as the Creeper draws closer, and the sisters find themselves on a race against time. They must break the cycle before it’s too late. The Creeper is relentless, but it is not invincible. With each attempt to escape, the sisters learn more about their family’s dark history, uncovering clues that lead them to the terrifying realization that there is a way to stop the Creeper—but it comes with a heavy price.

As the final confrontation draws near, Lena and Iris face a choice that will determine not only their survival but also the future of their family. They must make a decision that will either put an end to the Creeper’s reign of terror or seal their fates forever. The stakes are higher than ever before, and the bond between the sisters is tested in ways they never expected. Their strength and determination will be the only thing that stands between them and the Creeper’s hunger.

Jeepers Creepers 5: 23 Years Later is a terrifying and thrilling continuation of the franchise that delves deeper into the mythology of the Creeper and its connection to the past. With a story that spans generations, the film explores the themes of fear, survival, and the horrors of legacy. Lena and Iris’ journey is one of resilience and courage as they fight to survive a monster that has haunted the highways for over two decades.

The film is a masterful blend of suspense, horror, and action, as the sisters battle not only the Creeper but also the horrors of their own past. With breathtaking cinematography and a chilling soundtrack, Jeepers Creepers 5 captures the essence of what has made the franchise a staple of horror cinema. The Creeper is back, and this time, it’s more deadly than ever. The clock is ticking, and the hunt has begun. You can run, but you can’t hide from the harvest.

The film’s pacing is relentless, with each moment building the tension and terror until the final, heart-stopping confrontation. The performances by Jenna Ortega and Anya Taylor-Joy are outstanding, bringing emotional depth to their characters while maintaining the raw fear necessary to survive the Creeper’s hunt. Their chemistry as sisters adds a layer of emotional complexity to the film, making their struggle not just one of survival but of family and love.

In the end, Jeepers Creepers 5: 23 Years Later is a fitting continuation of the franchise, bringing new terror and new stakes while honoring the legacy of the Creeper. It’s a film that will leave you questioning the things that go bump in the night and wondering if, just maybe, the Creeper is closer than you think. The harvest is upon us once again, and this time, the terror is more personal than ever before.