Psycho II
1986, English. Directed by Richard Franklin.
It's 22 years later, and Norman Bates is coming home.
Norman Bates is declared sane and released from the facility in which he was being held, despite the complaints of Lila Loomis, sister of his most famous victim. Is he really cured, or will he kill again?
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- A
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 784 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Psycho II
Psycho II is streaming on JioHotstar in India.
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Cast & crew
- Richard FranklinDirector
- Anthony PerkinsNorman Bates
- Meg TillyMary Samuels
- Vera MilesLila Loomis
- Robert LoggiaDr. Bill Raymond
- Dennis FranzWarren Toomey
- Hugh GillinSheriff John Hunt
- Tom HollandDeputy Norris
- Claudia BryarMiss Spool
- Lee GarlingtonMyrna
- Robert Alan BrowneRalph Statler
- Ben HartiganJudge
- Tim MaierJosh
Details
- Released
- 6 May 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Tom Holland
- Budget
- $5M
- Box office
- $35M
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Psycho II: quick answers
What should I watch before Psycho II?
Watch Psycho (1960) and Psycho III (1986) first.
What comes after Psycho II?
Next in the series: Bates Motel (1987), Psycho IV: The Beginning (1990), and Psycho (1998).
Is Psycho II worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 784 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Psycho II?
Psycho II runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does Psycho II have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Psycho II. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Psycho II parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Psycho II is rated A in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Psycho II on?
Psycho II is streaming on JioHotstar in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Psycho II?
If you liked Psycho II, try Psycho, Bone Lake, Saw X.
Who directed Psycho II?
Psycho II (1986) was directed by Richard Franklin and stars Anthony Perkins, Meg Tilly, Vera Miles.