Child's Play 2

1990·Movie
1h 24min·R
IMDb6.0Metacritic377.1Rotten Tomatoes47%53%

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Child's Play 2 fingerprint

High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Tense and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Tension8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Family Dynamics6
  • Catharsis5

Humor

Some dark humor and absurdist humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Dark Humor7
  • Absurdist Humor5
  • Physical Comedy4

World

Crime and pop culture

  • Rewatchability7
  • World Immersion6
  • Dialogue Centrality6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Narrative Structure7
  • Direction6
  • Acting6

Style

Standout sound design

  • Sound Centrality8
  • Editing7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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Crew

Directed by:
Kevin Yagher, John Lafia, Jeffrey M. Ellis
Written by:
Don Mancini, Don Mancini
Produced by:
David Kirschner, Buddy Enright, Robert Latham Brown
Composed by:
Graeme Revell, Mary Jo Lang, James Ashwill

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Questions about Child's Play 2

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Where can I stream Child's Play 2 legally?

NetflixPeacockPeacock Premium+

Child's Play 2 is included with a subscription to Netflix, Peacock, and Peacock Premium+ in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Child's Play 2 worth watching?

51
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 52/100 (IMDb 6, Rotten Tomatoes 47%, and Metacritic 37). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Child's Play 2 rated?

RViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery.

How long is Child's Play 2?

1 h 24 min

Child's Play 2 runs 1 h 24 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Child's Play 2?

Critics42
Audiences61

Not quite. Audiences rate Child's Play 2 higher (61) than critics (42). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Child's Play 2 a box office hit?

Budget$13 million
Box office$36 million

Yes. It cost about $13 million to make and earned $36 million worldwide, 2.8 times its budget.

What language is Child's Play 2 in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Child's Play 2?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Child's Play 2 in 81 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Child's Play 2 use?

You Have Outlived Your UsefulnessGroin AttackPromotion to Opening TitlesSpared by the AdaptationDarker and EdgierAdaptational JerkassShout-OutWhat Happened to the Mouse?Bourgeois BohemianMoral MyopiaHero with Bad PublicityCombat Pragmatistand 95 more

TV Tropes lists 107 storytelling tropes for Child's Play 2, including You Have Outlived Your Usefulness, Groin Attack, Promotion to Opening Titles.

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