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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (2000): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 is a 2000 mystery thriller directed by Joe Berlinger, starring Jeffrey Donovan, Stephen Barker Turner and Erica Leerhsen. It runs 1 hour 30 minutes and earned $47.7 million worldwide on a $15 million budget. Critics gave it 14% on Rotten Tomatoes and 15 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
14%
worldwide gross
$47.7M
Metascore
15
budget
$15M
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Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 (2000) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 30m (90 min)
Director
Joe Berlinger
Genres
Mystery , Thriller , Horror , Crime
Original language
English
Budget
$15M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 About?

The premise of Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Following the events of the original film, a documentary crew investigates claims that the disappearances in the Black Hills Forest were part of an elaborate hoax. As they explore the area, the team experiences increasingly bizarre and frightening occurrences, blurring the line between reality and delusion. Their investigation leads them down a path of psychological torment, raising questions about the nature of evil and the power of suggestion, leaving them questioning their own sanity and the truth of what they are experiencing.

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Themes & Keywords

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Cast & crew

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Cast

Jeffrey Donovan leads the cast, with Stephen Barker Turner and Erica Leerhsen. Directed by Joe Berlinger.

From the director

More from Joe Berlinger

More films directed by Joe Berlinger, best-rated first: Brother's Keeper, Paradise Lost 3: Purgatory, Under African Skies and Crude.

Full filmography
Ratings

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 14% on Rotten Tomatoes and 15 on Metacritic.

Plot

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Plot Summary

What happens in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The film masterfully encapsulates a fictional account set against the backdrop of events following the theatrical debut of The Blair Witch Project, a movie that reverberated through popular culture. In November 1999, the tranquil town of Burkittsville, Maryland—laden with its own rich history—became a magnet for fans and curious tourists seeking to dive into the chilling ambiance surrounding the film. At the heart of this chaos was a former psychiatric patient named Jeffrey Donovan, who developed an unhealthy obsession with the movie, taking it upon himself to guide a tour group to the film’s iconic filming locations.

Full summary

The whole story of Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2, scene by scene

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Box office

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Box Office & Budget

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 grossed $47.7 million worldwide on a $15 million budget, 3.2 times what it cost. $26.4 million came from the US and Canada and $21.3 million (45%) from the rest of the world.

2000 box office

Worldwide gross

$47.7M

3.2× its budget

US & Canada
$26.4M
International
$21.3M
Budget
$15M
US & Canada 55% Rest of the world 45%
Videos

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2.

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Quiz

How Well Do You Know Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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What is Jeff's former profession before leading the group tour?

Cars

Cars in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2

7 cars on screen, including the 1986 Dodge Ram Van and the 1997 Chevrolet Lumina.

All 7 cars
  • 1986 Dodge Ram Van in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 1986 Dodge Ram Van Main role
  • 1997 Chevrolet Lumina in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 1997 Chevrolet Lumina Minor role
  • 1994 International 4000-Series in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 1994 International 4000-Series Minor role
  • Ford Econoline in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Ford Econoline Background role
Details

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 Also Known As

31 alternative titles, including “Il libro segreto delle streghe: Blair Witch 2” and “Book of Shadows - Blair Witch 2”.

Also known as
  • Il libro segreto delle streghe: Blair Witch 2
  • Book of Shadows - Blair Witch 2
  • The Blair Witch Project 2
  • El libro de las sombras: Blair witch 2
  • A bruxa de Blair 2 - O livro das sombras
  • El Proyecto de la Bruja de Blair 2
  • Vestica iz Blera 2: Knjiga Senki
  • Проклятието Блеър 2: Книга от сенки
  • Záhada Blair Witch 2
  • O Livro das Trevas: BW2
  • Gölgelerin dili - Blair cadisi 2
  • Ведьма из Блэр 2: Книга теней
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  • The Blair Witch Project 2 - Book of Shadows
  • ブレアウィッチ2
  • Le Projet Blair Witch 2
  • Il libro segreto delle streghe - Blair Witch 2
  • Blair Witch 2 : Le Livre des ombres
  • El libro de las sombras (BW2)
  • Blair Witch: Ideglelés 2.
  • פרויקט המכשפה מבלייר 2
  • A Bruxa de Blair 2: O Livro das Sombras
  • Blair Cadısı 2: Gölgelerin Dili
  • 厄夜叢林2:陰魂怒吼
  • El Libro de Las Sombras: Bruja Blair 2
  • 북 오브 섀도우
  • Księga cieni: Blair Witch 2
  • 女巫布莱尔2:影子之书
  • Книга тіней: Відьма з Блер 2
  • Phù Thủy Rừng Blair 2: Quyển Sách Bóng Đêm
  • Le projet Blair 2: Le livre des ténèbres
  • Šešėlių knyga: Bleiro ragana 2

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FAQ

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 runs 1 hour 30 minutes (90 minutes).

When was Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 released?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 was released on October 27, 2000.

Who directed Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 was directed by Joe Berlinger.

More films by Joe Berlinger

Who is in the cast of Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 stars Jeffrey Donovan, Stephen Barker Turner and Erica Leerhsen.

How much did Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 make at the box office?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 grossed $47.7 million worldwide ($26.4 million domestic, $21.3 million international) on a budget of $15 million.

How is Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 rated?

Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 has 14% on Rotten Tomatoes, 15 on Metacritic and 43% on TMDB.

Does Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 have a post-credit scene?

No. Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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