Critters 2

Critters 2

Year: 1988

Runtime: 86 min

Language: English

Director: Mick Garris

Sci-FiThrillerHorrorComedy

A group of alien bounty hunters pursue ravenous creatures known as "Crites" across the galaxy. When a young boy visits his aunt, he unwittingly finds himself caught in the middle of their conflict. These fluffy, yet terrifying, Crites possess razor-sharp teeth and a taste for human flesh, making the boy’s visit a dangerous and unexpected adventure.

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1

Charlie MacFadden's Mission

Sometime after the events of Critters 2, Charlie MacFadden takes on the responsibility of tracking down the last of the Critters. His determination to eliminate these creatures stems from the traumatic encounters of his past, leading him to camp out in areas known for Critter sightings.

2

The Family's Rest Stop

A family consisting of Annie, her younger brother Johnny, and their father Clifford pull over at a rest stop due to a flat tire. Unbeknownst to them, one of the Critters is laying eggs under their car, setting the stage for disaster.

Rest Stop
3

Charlie's Warning

At the rest stop, Charlie encounters the family and Josh, the stepson of a corrupt landlord. He tries to warn them about the Critters, emphasizing the urgency of the situation as he shares his knowledge about their deadly nature.

Rest Stop
4

Critter Eggs on the Move

After leaving the rest stop, the family drives off, unknowingly transporting the Critter eggs that were laid beneath their vehicle. This critical moment sets off a chain of chaos as the eggs begin to hatch in their new environment.

5

Hatching of the Critters

Upon arriving at their tenement, the Critter eggs hatch, unleashing the malevolent creatures within. Almost immediately, they attack Frank, the sleazy maintenance man, signaling the beginning of the terror that will engulf the building.

Tenement
6

The Landlord's Demise

Shortly after, the landlord arrives, unaware of the lurking danger. As he confronts the chaos, he too is quickly overpowered and eaten by the Critters, highlighting their ruthless nature and the escalating threat.

Tenement
7

Josh's Mistake

In a moment of panic, Josh locks the landlord inside Clifford's room, inadvertently trapping him with the hungry Critters. This decision underscores the danger and confusion that has taken hold of the residence.

Clifford's Room
8

Resident Attacks

Next, one of the tenants is brutally attacked and seriously injured by the Critters. This incident sends shock waves through the remaining residents, heightening the sense of fear and urgency to escape.

Tenement
9

Escape to the Roof

Annie, her family, along with five others, make a desperate attempt to escape the chaos by heading to the roof of the building. The escalating danger forces them to band together in their fight for survival.

Roof
10

Charlie's Arrival

Just as hope seems lost, Charlie MacFadden arrives on the scene prepared to confront the Critters. Drawing from his previous experiences, he quickly springs into action to destroy the remaining Creatures threatening the tenants.

Tenement
11

Destruction of the Critters

Charlie successfully eliminates the last of the Critters that had invaded the building, saving the remaining residents from certain doom. His bravery restores a fleeting sense of safety among the shaken survivors.

Tenement
12

Cliffhanger Finale

As the tension builds, Charlie prepares to destroy two remaining Critter eggs, poised to prevent further chaos. However, he receives a directive to desist from an unexpected source, introducing an unforeseen complication.

13

Arrival of the Containment Pod

In a surprising twist, a containment pod dispatched from the Intergalactic Council crashes into the basement of the tenement. This event hints at a larger story involving Critters and raises questions about the fate of the characters.

Tenement Basement

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