Young Guns II

1990·Movie
1h 44min·PG-13
IMDb6.5Metacritic478.1

Where to watch

PhiloYouTube TVBBC America

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High energy, striking style, light on feelings.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline8
  • Fast Pace8
  • Violence8

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Catharsis6
  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Physical Comedy3
  • Dark Humor3

World

History

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Character Depth7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFriends NightParty VibePartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure Escapism

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About

The west just got wilder.

Three of the original five "young guns" — Billy the Kid, Jose Chavez y Chavez, and Doc Scurlock — return in Young Guns, Part 2, which is the story of Billy the Kid and his race to safety in Old Mexico while being trailed by a group of government agents led by Pat Garrett.
WesternAction-PackedOutlaw GangHistorical DramaGunfightsRebellionChasing FreedomOld West

Crew

Directed by:
Geoff Murphy
Written by:
John Fusco
Produced by:
Paul Schiff, John Fusco, Joe Roth
Composed by:
Jon Bon Jovi, Jon Bon Jovi, Alan Silvestri

Sequels and Prequels

Media

Questions about Young Guns II

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Young Guns II legally?

PhiloYouTube TVBBC America

Young Guns II is included with a subscription to Philo, YouTube TV, and BBC America in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Young Guns II worth watching?

58
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 59/100 (IMDb 6.5 and Metacritic 47). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Young Guns II rated?

PG-13Violence

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Young Guns II?

1 h 44 min

Young Guns II runs 1 h 44 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Young Guns II?

Critics47
Audiences73

Not quite. Audiences rate Young Guns II higher (73) than critics (47). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Young Guns II a box office hit?

Budget$20 million
Box office$59 million

Yes. It cost about $20 million to make and earned $59 million worldwide, 3.0 times its budget.

What language is Young Guns II in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Young Guns II?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Young Guns II in 49 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Young Guns II use?

Bond One-LinerHooker with a Heart of GoldSudden Sequel Death SyndromeBittersweet EndingMale GazeDeath by AdaptationThat Came Out WrongBut for Me, It Was TuesdayMs. FanserviceDeath by CameoFake-Out OpeningDressing as the Enemyand 41 more

TV Tropes lists 53 storytelling tropes for Young Guns II, including Bond One-Liner, Hooker with a Heart of Gold, Sudden Sequel Death Syndrome.

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