Psycho II (1983): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot
Psycho II is a 1983 mystery thriller directed by Richard Franklin, starring Anthony Perkins, Robert Loggia and Claudia Bryar. It runs 1 hour 53 minutes and earned $34.7 million worldwide. Critics gave it 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 53m (113 min)
- Director
- Richard Franklin
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Psycho II About?
The premise of Psycho II without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
After two decades, Norman Bates attempts to move on from his troubled past, but the haunting influence of "Mother" resurfaces. Under the care of Dr. Warren Toomey, Norman tries to build a new life, but his fragile mental state begins to deteriorate. As disturbing memories and voices return, he struggles to distinguish reality from delusion, and the possibility of repeating his past crimes looms large.
Psycho II Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- insanity
- norman bates character
- mother son relationship
- mother daughter relationship
- psychopath
- psycho
- characters murdered one by one
- waitress
- psychiatrist
- police station
- shot to death
- doctor patient relationship
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- employer employee relationship
- pressure from mother
- female nudity
- based on ed gein
- serial murder
- stabbing
- sandwich
- making a sandwich
- diner
- motel
- mysterious murderer
- slasher murderer
- horror icon
- psychotronic film
- shower
- reformed
- revenge
- watching a woman shower
- peephole
- older man younger woman relationship
- making out
- basement
- threatening telephone call
- female rear nudity
- female frontal nudity
- serial killer
- flashback
- nipples
- pubic hair
- voyeur
- voyeurism
- surprise
- towel
- cult film
- pistol
- california
- small town
- marijuana
Psycho II Cast
Anthony Perkins leads the cast, with Robert Loggia and Claudia Bryar. Directed by Richard Franklin; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Richard Franklin
Also Starring in Psycho II
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Psycho II Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Psycho II 54 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.
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IMDb 6.6 /10
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Metacritic 54 Metascore
User score 7.2
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TMDB 65% User score
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Psycho II Plot Summary
What happens in Psycho II from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Norman Bates, portrayed by Anthony Perkins, is granted his freedom after spending 22 years institutionalized, having been deemed mentally fit by his psychiatrist, Dr. Bill Raymond, played by Robert Loggia. However, not everyone is pleased with Norman’s release. Lila Loomis, sister of Marion Crane—one of Norman’s past victims, assumes a critical role as she arrives at the hearing to voice her objections. Armed with a petition signed by 743 individuals against his return to society, Lila expresses her fierce disapproval. Her determination is fueled by her connection to Marion, whose tragic fate intertwines with Norman’s dark past. When the judge dismisses Lila’s concerns, she resolves to ensure that Norman cannot walk free.
Full summary
The whole story of Psycho II, scene by scene
Psycho II Box Office
Psycho II grossed $34.7 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$34.7M
- US & Canada
- $34.7M
Psycho II Trailers & Videos
11 videos: 4 trailers, 5 teasers and 2 clips.
- Trailer Psycho II ≣ 1983 ≣ Trailer #3
- Trailer Psycho II ≣ 1983 ≣ Trailer #2
- Trailer Psycho II ≣ 1983 ≣ Trailer #1
- Teaser Original TV Spot
How Well Do You Know Psycho II?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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- Question 10: not answered
Who is the psychiatrist that deems Norman Bates mentally sound?
Cars in Psycho II
13 cars on screen, including the 1981 Mercedes-Benz 380 SEL W126 and the 1972 Mercury Marquis Brougham.
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1972 Mercury Marquis Brougham Important role -
1975 AMC Matador Minor role -
1977 Dodge Monaco Minor role
Psycho II Also Known As
25 alternative titles, including “Psicose: 2ª Parte” and “Psicose II”.
- Also known as
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- Psicose: 2ª Parte
- Psicose II
- Psicosis II El Regreso de Norman
- Psycho 2
- サイコ２
- Psicosis II
- Психо 2
- Psicosis II: El regreso de Norman
- Psychoza II
- Psichopatas 2
- Psychose II
- Psyko II
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- Psühho 2
- Ψυχώ II: Η επιστροφή
- Psicose 2
- Psihoza II
- פסיכו 2
- Sapık II
- 싸이코 2
- 惊魂记2
- Ψυχώ 2: Η Επιστροφή
- Psiho 2, ფსიქო 2
- サイコ2
- Tâm Thần Hoảng Loạn 2
- 觸目驚心續集
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Psycho II FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Psycho II, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Psycho II?
Psycho II runs 1 hour 53 minutes (113 minutes).
When was Psycho II released?
Psycho II was released on June 3, 1983.
Who directed Psycho II?
Psycho II was directed by Richard Franklin.
More films by Richard Franklin Who is in the cast of Psycho II?
Psycho II stars Anthony Perkins, Robert Loggia and Claudia Bryar, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Psycho II make at the box office?
Psycho II grossed $34.7 million worldwide.
How is Psycho II rated?
Psycho II has 6.6/10 on IMDb, 54 on Metacritic and 65% on TMDB.
Does Psycho II have a post-credit scene?
No. Psycho II has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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