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Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice (1993): Cast & Ratings

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Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice is a 1993 horror thriller directed by David Price, starring Terence Knox and Paul Scherrer. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes and earned $7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 18 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
30%
worldwide gross
$7M
Metascore
18
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Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice (1993) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
David Price
Genres
Thriller , Horror
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice About?

The premise of Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

While investigating a series of disturbing disappearances in Nebraska, a journalist and his son uncover a terrifying secret in a small, isolated town. There, they find a community controlled by sinister children who practice a terrifying, ancient ritual. As they try to understand the source of the town's dark power and the escalating violence, they face a shocking revelation about the Children of the Corn and their bloody purpose.

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • children
  • cult
  • killer child
  • human sacrifice
  • cornfield
  • based on the works of stephen king
  • based on short story
  • killing a cat
  • animal death
  • crushed to death
  • killing an animal
  • man tied up
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  • tied back to back
  • tv news
  • school bus
  • news van
  • running a stop sign
  • reference to rock hudson
  • reference to the jonestown incident
  • impaled through the neck
  • impaled to death
  • town with a dark secret
  • town
  • son
  • corn
  • boy
  • sequel
  • wheelchair
  • overalls
  • syringe
  • doctor
  • native american
  • reference to statue of liberty
  • numbered sequel
  • cult film
  • nosebleed
  • religion
  • priest
  • church
  • second part
  • throat slit
  • reporter
  • possession
  • person on fire
  • fire
  • blood
  • combine harvester
  • impalement
  • impaled child
  • dead boy
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Cast & crew

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Cast

Terence Knox leads the cast, with Paul Scherrer. Directed by David Price.

From the director

More from David Price

More films directed by David Price: Dr. Jekyll and Ms. Hyde and Son of Darkness: To Die For II.

Full filmography
Ratings

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice 30% on Rotten Tomatoes and 18 on Metacritic.

Plot

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Plot Summary

What happens in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the small, picturesque town of Hemingford, Nebraska, nestled near the ominous backdrop of Gatlin, an unsettling atmosphere envelops the unsuspecting residents. It has been two days since the chilling occurrences in Gatlin, and in a show of compassion, the locals have welcomed the surviving children into their community. However, they remain blissfully unaware of the sinister forces that these children carry with them from their haunting past.

Amidst this looming threat is John Garrett, a city reporter attempting to revive his dwindling career by investigating the newly adopted children. His personal life is equally tumultuous as he wrestles with tensions between himself and his son, Danny, stemming from John’s unsuccessful relationship with Danny’s mother. This fraught dynamic simmers quietly beneath the surface.

Full summary

The whole story of Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice, scene by scene

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Box office

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Box Office

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice grossed $7 million worldwide.

1993 box office

Worldwide gross

$7M

US & Canada
$7M
Videos

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Trailers & Videos

3 videos: 3 trailers.

Children of the Corn 2 Trailer
  • Trailer Children Of The Corn 2: The Final Sacrifice Trailer 1993
  • Trailer Official Arrow Trailer
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How Well Do You Know Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice?

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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Where does the story of 'Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice' take place?

Cars

Cars in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice

13 cars on screen, including the 1991 Ford Explorer and the 1965 Ford Mustang.

All 13 cars
  • 1991 Ford Explorer in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice 1991 Ford Explorer Main role
  • 1965 Ford Mustang in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice 1965 Ford Mustang Important role
  • Oliver 545 in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Oliver 545 Important role
  • Puch Maxi in Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Puch Maxi Important role
Details

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice Also Known As

34 alternative titles, including “Children of the Corn 2” and “Children of the Corn: Deadly Harvest”.

Also known as
  • Children of the Corn 2
  • Children of the Corn: Deadly Harvest
  • Os Filhos do Mal 2: O Sacrifício Final
  • 闖錨鬼門關
  • Children of the Corn: The Final Sacrifice
  • L'ultimo sacrificio
  • スティーブン・キング/死の収穫
  • スティーブン・キング 死の収穫
  • チルドレン・オブ・ザ・コーン2 死の収穫
  • Els nens de les panotxes 2: La collita maleïda
  • Colheita Maldita 2: Os Filhos do Mal
  • Grano rosso sangue 2 - Sacrificio finale
+22 more
  • Children Of The Corn 2: Det Sista Offret
  • Kinder des Zorns 2 - Tödliche Ernte
  • Дети кукурузы 2: Последняя жертва
  • Los chicos del maíz II: El sacrificio final
  • Les Démons du maïs 2 : Le sacrifice final
  • Children of the Corn 2: Det sidste offer
  • Os Filhos da Terra II: Sacrifício Final
  • ילדי התירס 2: הזבח האחרון
  • Ο Δολοφόνος με το Δρεπάνι: Η Τελική Θυσία
  • Colheita Maldita 2: O Sacrifício Final
  • Kukuřičné děti 2: Poslední oběť
  • Dzieci Kukurydzy II: Ostateczne Poświęcenie
  • A kukorica gyermekei 2. - A végső áldozat
  • Децата на царевицата 2: Последната жътва
  • 玉米田的小孩2
  • Maissilapset 2
  • Mısır Çocukları 2
  • Los Niños del Maíz 2: El sacrificio final
  • 옥수수 밭의 아이들 2
  • スティーブン・キング/死の収穫
  • Діти кукурудзи 2: Остання жертва
  • อาถรรพ์ทุ่งนรก 2 : ผีสั่งให้สับ

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FAQ

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice released?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice was released on January 29, 1993.

Who directed Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice was directed by David Price.

More films by David Price

Who is in the cast of Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice stars Terence Knox and Paul Scherrer.

How much did Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice make at the box office?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice grossed $7 million worldwide.

How is Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice rated?

Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice has 30% on Rotten Tomatoes, 18 on Metacritic and 47% on TMDB.

Does Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice have a post-credit scene?

No. Children of the Corn II: The Final Sacrifice has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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