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Species II

Name: Species II
Director: Peter Medak
Genre: Science Fiction, Action, Horror
Released: 1998-01-01
Duration: 93 min
Rating: 5.2
Cast: Michael Madsen, Natasha Henstridge, Marg Helgenberger, Mykelti Williamson, George Dzundza

1998Dir. Peter Medak1h 33m

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Runtime1h 33m

Released1998

Budget$35M

Box office$19.2M

DirectorPeter Medak

About This Movie

Species II is a curious follow-up that leans heavily into its horror roots while still trying to keep that sci-fi edge. The atmosphere is thick with tension, bolstered by some striking practical effects that, let's be honest, outshine a lot of the CGI from back then. Peter Medak directs with a focus on the grotesque, and it’s got a distinct sense of doom as Ross transforms. The pacing can feel uneven, but when it hits those moments of horror, it’s effective. The performances are mixed, but Natasha Henstridge delivers, bringing some depth to her role. It’s not a classic, but there's definitely something intriguing about its darker themes of alien procreation and the human condition.

Released by MGM in 1998, following the original film.Runtime is 95 minutes, with a mix of action and horror.Score by John Frizzell complements its eerie tone.Features practical effects that stand out in the late '90s.