Gimly
6/10I might be the only person who thinks this, but _Halloween II_ is just as good as the original. _Final rating:★★★ - I liked it. Would personally recommend you give it a go._
Reviewed on November 8, 2017
Halloween II(1981)
More of the night he came home.
6.6(2,306)1h 32m1981-10-30
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Halloween II Synopsis
After failing to kill stubborn survivor Laurie and taking a bullet or six from former psychiatrist Dr. Sam Loomis, Michael Myers has followed Laurie to the Haddonfield Memorial Hospital, where she's been admitted for Myers' attempt on her life. The institution proves to be particularly suited to serial killers, however, as Myers cuts, stabs and slashes his way through hospital staff to reach his favorite victim.
Halloween II (1981) is a horror and thriller film directed by Rick Rosenthal, released on October 30, 1981 with a runtime of 1h 32m. It stars Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Charles Cyphers and Jeffrey Kramer. Viewers rate it 6.6 out of 10 across 2,306 ratings.
- Director:
- Rick Rosenthal
- Writers:
- John Carpenter, Debra Hill
- Producers:
- John Carpenter, Debra Hill, Dino De Laurentiis
- Cinematographer:
- Dean Cundey
- Composer:
- Alan Howarth
- Production:
- The De Laurentiis Company
- Budget:
- $2,500,000
- Revenue:
- $25,533,818
- Status:
- Released
Halloween II (1981) Trailer
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Halloween II Videos & Clips
Official trailers, teasers, clips and featurettes for Halloween II.
Official Trailer
Trailer
TV Spot
Teaser
TV Spot #2
Teaser
Original 1981 Teaser Trailer
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The Fiery 'Death' of Michael Myers in 4K HDR
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Halloween II (1/3) Michael Myers Has Escaped! (1981)
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Halloween II (2/3) Michael Myers Loves His Scalpel! (2/3)
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Halloween II (3/3) Michael Myers Is In Your Backyard! (1981)
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Halloween II Cast & Crew
Main cast
Jamie Lee Curtis
as Laurie Strode
Donald Pleasence
as Sam Loomis
Charles Cyphers
as Leigh Brackett
Jeffrey Kramer
as Graham
Lance Guest
as Jimmy
Pamela Susan Shoop
as Karen
Hunter von Leer
as Gary Hunt
Dick Warlock
as The Shape / Patrolman #3
Leo Rossi
as Budd
Gloria Gifford
as Mrs. Alves
Tawny Moyer
as Jill
Ana Alicia
as Janet
Key crew
Directed by Rick Rosenthal, written by John Carpenter and Debra Hill, produced by John Carpenter, Debra Hill and Dino De Laurentiis.
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Halloween II Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.6/10 from 2,306 ratings.
Filipe Manuel Neto
5/10**An honorable continuation, which respects the previous work without bringing anything new.** I don't like Halloween, and I've had time to say it before, but I recognize that it's the best time for good horror films to be broadcast on television. These days, I saw this film as a follow-up to “Halloween”. I have no doubt that it is a worthy sequel, perhaps one of the best I have seen, in that it is strictly…
Reviewed on November 8, 2023
CinemaSerf
If you recall the conclusion of the first part (1979) then you’ll know that “Michael Myers” is now the deadliest critter alive (that’s assuming that term actually applies!). He’s certainly not forgotten “Laurie” (Jamie Lee Curtis) who’s recovering in the local hospital and luckily for him, this is a dimly lit and largely empty facility that he can wander around with relative impunity slaughtering all who come onto…
Reviewed on February 6, 2025
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Halloween II – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Halloween II online?
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Halloween II (1981) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Peacock Premium, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Peacock Premium Plus, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Halloween II?
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The main cast of Halloween II (1981) includes Jamie Lee Curtis, Donald Pleasence, Charles Cyphers, Jeffrey Kramer and Lance Guest. The film was directed by Rick Rosenthal. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Halloween II released?
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Halloween II was released on October 30, 1981 and runs for 1h 32m.
Is Halloween II worth watching?
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Halloween II (1981) holds an average rating of 6.6 out of 10 from 2,306 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy horror and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Halloween II?
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Yes. The official Halloween II trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.