-->
Year: 1988
Runtime: 86 min
Language: English
Director: Mick Garris
In this intergalactic thrill ride, Critters 2, a group of ruthless alien bounty hunters are on the hunt for a pack of ravenous, man-eating "Crites" - fluffy balls of terror with razor-sharp teeth. When a young boy's visit to his aunt takes an unexpected turn, he finds himself at the center of a deadly game of cat and Crite.
Warning: spoilers below!
Haven’t seen Critters 2 yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!
Sometime after the chaotic events of Critters 2: The Main Course, we find our hero, Charlie MacFadden, on a relentless quest to hunt down the last remaining Critters that threaten humanity’s peace. Our story takes a twist as we meet a family of three consisting of Annie, the determined protagonist; her younger brother, Johnny; and their father, Clifford. While traveling, they encounter unfortunate trouble when a tire on their vehicle bursts, leading them to stop at a seemingly innocent rest stop.
At this crucial juncture, Charlie warns not only the family but also Josh, the stepson of a corrupt landlord, about the lurking menace of the Critters. Unbeknownst to them, the situation is about to escalate as a sly Critter lays its eggs right beneath the family’s car. As they drive away, they inadvertently take these dangerous eggs along.
Upon reaching their dilapidated tenement, the Critters hatch and unleash chaos by attacking the vile maintenance man, Frank. In a gruesome turn of events, the landlord soon meets a similar fate at the hands of these vicious creatures. In a misguided act of self-preservation, Josh locks his corrupt stepfather in Clifford’s room, thereby sealing his fate along with the vicious beasts.
Panic ensues within the tenement as another resident is attacked, resulting in injuries. United by fear, Annie, her family, and five other tenants—including Josh—strive to reach safety by attempting to escape to the roof of their building. Just in the nick of time, Charlie arrives and heroically confronts the remaining Critters, effectively saving the terrified tenants from their impending doom.
As the movie reaches its climax, the tension escalates to a cliffhanger when Charlie prepares to eliminate two Critter eggs. Just as he is about to take decisive action, he receives unexpected orders not to destroy them. The situation reaches a shocking conclusion with the dramatic arrival of a containment pod sent from the Intergalactic Council that crashes into the basement, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats in anticipation of what is to come next.
Last Updated: January 18, 2025 at 14:36
Critters 2 (1988) Scene-by-Scene Movie Timeline
Critters 2 (1988) Movie Characters, Themes & Settings
Movies Like Critters 2 – Similar Titles You’ll Enjoy
Creep 2 (2017) Film Overview & Timeline
Gremlins 2: The New Batch (1990) Full Movie Breakdown
Troll 2 (1990) Full Movie Breakdown
Piranha Part Two: The Spawning (1982) Story Summary & Characters
Jeepers Creepers II (2003) Story Summary & Characters
The Fly II (1989) Detailed Story Recap
Species II (1998) Story Summary & Characters
Pet Sematary II (1992) Complete Plot Breakdown
Creepshow 2 (1987) Ending Explained & Film Insights
Predator 2 (1990) Full Movie Breakdown
Critters (1986) Spoiler-Packed Plot Recap
Night of the Creeps (1986) Detailed Story Recap
Critters 4 (1992) Film Overview & Timeline
Critters 3 (1991) Complete Plot Breakdown
Scary Movie 2 (2001) Story Summary & Characters