Species II Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Astronaut brings back more than rocks from Mars; he brings back space-STD’s and gives everyone exploding babies.

🍿 Species II: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Mars Mission and Initial Infection

The film opens with a manned mission to Mars, led by Commander Patrick Ross. During their exploration, the astronauts unwittingly collect an alien substance. Back on the spacecraft, the substance thaws, infecting the crew during a brief period of lost contact with Earth. The team returns home as heroes, unaware of the terror they’ve brought with them.

The Alien Proliferation Begins

Commander Ross violates quarantine protocol and engages in sexual encounters, rapidly spreading the alien DNA. The women he impregnates experience accelerated pregnancies resulting in the violent birth of alien offspring. Meanwhile, Dr. Laura Baker, along with a reactivated Eve (a clone of Sil from the first movie), is attempting to find a way to combat the alien species.

The Hunt Begins

As the alien threat escalates, Dr. Baker teams up with Press Lennox to track down Commander Ross and contain the spread. They discover the alien origins and the terrifying potential of the rapidly multiplying alien hybrids. The team races against time to develop a weapon to stop the alien threat before it overwhelms humanity.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Eve (Natasha Henstridge): A genetically re-engineered clone of Sil, created to be docile but whose alien instincts re-emerge during the hunt for Patrick.
• Press (Michael Madsen): A hardened, no-nonsense bounty hunter brought back to track down the alien threat and protect humanity.
• Laura (Marg Helgenberger): A determined scientist who creates and studies Eve, seeking a way to combat the alien species.
• Patrick (Justin Lazard): An astronaut infected with alien DNA on Mars, transforming him into a hyper-sexual and deadly alien hybrid.
• Senator Ross (James Cromwell): Patrick’s politically ambitious father, who attempts to cover up his son’s infection to protect his career.
• Gamble (Mykelti Williamson): An astronaut, the only member of the Mars mission not to be infected, due to being a carrier for sickle-cell anemia, later helping stop Patrick.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Dr. Laura Baker: “The alien DNA infected us, it’s about time we infected them.” – Dr. Baker explains their plan to use Gamble’s sickle cell anemia to create a bio-weapon.
• Press: “Bangin’ cocktail waitresses two at a time.” – Press says the line which was borrowed from The Godfather (1972).

💰Box Office

• Budget: $25,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $19,221,939
• Worldwide Gross: $19,221,939

💥 Species II Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, so Species II isn’t winning any awards, but I have a soft spot for it. It’s the kind of movie you watch with friends, armed with snacks, ready to laugh at the over-the-top gore and cheesy lines. Michael Madsen is still cool, even in this mess. I wouldn’t recommend watching it alone or expecting high art, but for pure B-movie fun, it’s a guilty pleasure. The exploding stomachs were shocking, I had to look away.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of science fiction horror films.”
  • “Viewers who enjoy creature features with gore and special effects.”
  • “Those familiar with the original Species movie.”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Graphic violence and gore.”
  • “Sexual content and nudity.”
  • “Strong language.”
  • “Suggestive themes.”

Professional Reviews

• Bloody-Disgusting.com: “Species II doubles down on gore and nudity, but loses the suspense and engaging story of the original. While the practical effects are impressive, the film’s reliance on shock value over substance makes it a forgettable sequel.
• IMDb User Reviews: “Species II is a trashy, fun, and overly entertaining genre monster fest. Natasha Henstridge is back as Sil, who is his number one target. The special FX are awesome and the creature design is inspired.

Audience Reactions

The over-the-top gore and creature effects were appreciated by fans of the genre.: Many viewers found it enjoyable as a ‘so bad it’s good’ movie, appreciating the practical effects despite the weak plot.

Overall Consensus: Species II is generally considered a disappointing sequel that leans heavily on gore and nudity but lacks the suspense and originality of the first film. It is appreciated by some as a guilty pleasure for its B-movie qualities.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “The film’s budget was $25 million, which was slightly less than the first film’s budget of $35 million.”
• “H.R. Giger, who designed the alien in the first movie, was credited for alien design in this sequel, though his direct involvement was limited.”
• “Some deleted scenes included a transsexual woman who gets murdered by Patrick. It was later cut from the film.”
• “Filming locations included the University of Maryland, College Park, where the lab scenes were filmed at the UMCP Chemical Engineering Bio-Process Facility.”

🖥️ How to Watch Species II?

Species II is available for digital purchase or rental on platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu. Check local listings for television airings. Physical copies on DVD and Blu-ray are also available from various retailers. As of this writing, it is not available on any major streaming subscription services.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Species II, you might like these similar films:

• Species (1995): Direct sequel to this movie.
• Alien (1979): Features a dangerous extraterrestrial life form with a focus on biological horror and suspense.
• Leviathan (1989): A genetic experiment creates a monster that threatens a mining team.
• Life (2017): Astronauts encounter a rapidly evolving and hostile alien organism on Mars.

🛒 Species II Related Products

• Species II [4K Ultra HD]: Experience Species II like never before with this 4K Ultra HD release! Enhanced visuals and sound bring the gory creature effects to life in stunning detail. This edition includes bonus content such as behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with the cast and crew, offering a deeper look into the making of the film.
• Species: The Awakening (Blu-ray): For those who dare to delve deeper into the Species universe, *Species: The Awakening* continues the saga with a new hybrid creature. Though tonally different from the original two films, it expands the lore and creature design, providing a unique viewing experience.

🎧 Soundtrack

Species II features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Easy Chase” – performed by Waylon Jennings

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

🤨 FAQ

🔥 Bonus Content

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