Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials

Lore & Background

The plot begins immediately after the first film, with Thomas and the Gladers escaping WCKD's facility. They are taken to a haven run by Mr. Janson, who claims to protect them from Cranks. Thomas discovers Janson works for WCKD and that Ava Paige is still alive. The group escapes into the Scorch, a desolate desert filled with Cranks and storms. They encounter Brenda and Jorge, who help them find the Right Arm resistance. Teresa betrays them, leading to a WCKD attack that captures several Immunes. Thomas resolves to rescue them and kill Paige.

Reader's Guide

Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials received mixed reviews, with critics praising its action sequences and performances but criticizing its lack of plot and character advancement. Despite this, it was a commercial success, grossing $312 million worldwide and debuting at number one at the U.S. box office. The film expanded the series' world by introducing the Scorch, Cranks, and the Right Arm resistance. It set up the concluding entry, Maze Runner: The Death Cure, released in 2018. The film's production involved returning cast and crew, with filming in New Mexico.

Did You Know?

• Filming began in Albuquerque, New Mexico on October 27, 2014, and concluded on January 27, 2015.
• The film was originally set for IMAX release but was canceled except in Japan, as Everest had all worldwide IMAX screens booked.
• Aidan Gillen was cast as Janson on September 26, 2014.
• The soundtrack was composed by John Paesano and released on September 11, 2015.