Criminally Insane 2 (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 2.5
Released in 1987, Criminally Insane 2 is a horror film directed by Nick Millard, running about 70 minutes. “Fatty, fatty 4X4, can't get in the kitchen door!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A mental hospital, faced with a severe decrease in funding, is forced to release mass-murderer Ethel Janowski into a halfway house. Ethel is psychotic, delusional and has a hefty appetite. In fact, her killing spree began 13 years before with the murder of her grandmother, who had forced her to go on a diet. Now that she's tasted the home-cooked fare at the halfway house, she'll do absolutely anything to get more.
Who’s in it. Criminally Insane 2 stars Priscilla Alden as Ethel Janowski, Albert Eskinazi as Edgar Stanley, Frances Millard as Hope Bartholomew and Royal Farros as Doctor, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Criminally Insane 2 has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Criminally Insane 2 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Criminally Insane 2 tend to enjoy Psycho, The Silence of the Lambs, The Shining and Alien.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Criminally Insane 2 (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Criminally Insane 2 change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Criminally Insane 2 worth watching?
- Criminally Insane 2 holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy horror. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Criminally Insane 2?
- Criminally Insane 2 stars Priscilla Alden, Albert Eskinazi, Frances Millard, Royal Farros and Nick Millard.
- When was Criminally Insane 2 released?
- Criminally Insane 2 was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.