Creepshow 2
Creepshow 2

Creepshow 2

1987Movie89 minEnglish

Three macabre tales from the latest issue of a boy's favorite comic book, dealing with a vengeful wooden Native American, a monstrous blob in a lake, and an undying hitchhiker.

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IMDb5.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes50%
Google Users64%
Director: Michael GornickGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

This horror anthology film, based on stories by Stephen King, features three chilling tales. A vengeful Native American spirit haunts a billboard, a desperate businessman encounters a parasitic alien, and a group of teenagers is terrorized by a sentient, killer oil slick. Each segment delves into dark humor and visceral scares, exploring themes of greed, revenge, and survival.

Critical Reception

Creepshow 2 received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While some praised its throwback horror style and practical effects, others found the stories to be uneven and lacking the inventive spirit of the original. It's often seen as a less successful but still entertaining sequel for genre fans.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its nostalgic horror atmosphere and creature effects.
  • Criticized for inconsistent storytelling and weaker narratives compared to the first film.
  • Enjoyed by fans of practical effects and anthology horror.

Google audience: Google users generally found "Creepshow 2" to be a decent, albeit flawed, horror sequel. Many appreciated the practical effects and the classic anthology format, with some segments being more successful than others. It's viewed as a fun, albeit forgettable, entry in the horror genre for those who enjoy practical gore and dark humor.

Fun Fact

The iconic "The Hitchhiker" segment was inspired by a George A. Romero story idea that didn't make it into the original Creepshow.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

Oh yeah, this had a PROFOUND effect on me as a child and not only because it made me want a wooden Indian... and still honestly want one. But also because the stories were just fun. Scary fun when you are a little kid. Not so scary fun w...