976-Evil II
976-Evil II

976-Evil II

1992Movie93 minEnglish

After being bestowed with demonic powers following a phone call to Hell, a psychotic teacher begins a rampage of death and destruction in a small town, forcing a teen and her boyfriend to fight him off so that they can get away.

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IMDb4.5/10
Director: Robert EnglundGenres: Horror, Comedy

Plot Summary

A college student's life turns into a nightmare when she discovers that a new phone-in psychic service is a gateway for a demon to possess people. This demon, using the phone lines as its conduit, begins to wreak havoc and turn her friends against her. She must find a way to stop the demonic entity before it claims more victims and unleashes its evil upon the world.

Critical Reception

976-Evil II was released to generally negative reviews from critics and was a box office disappointment. While it capitalized on the novelty of its predecessor, it failed to impress with its predictable plot and reliance on gore over substance. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it a forgettable entry in the horror genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • A disappointing sequel that relies too heavily on cheap scares and a convoluted plot.
  • Robert Englund's directorial effort is overshadowed by a weak script and uninspired performances.
  • Lacks the originality and dark humor that made the first film somewhat notable.

Google audience: While specific user reviews are scarce, general audience sentiment indicates that the film is considered a low-budget horror sequel that offers little beyond predictable scares and a disappointing narrative. It is often seen as a forgettable entry in the genre.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Robert Englund, best known for his iconic portrayal of Freddy Krueger in the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise.

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