Damien - Omen II (1978) movie poster

Damien - Omen II (1978)

"The first time was only a warning."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 48% (RT: 50%, MC: 45) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 47m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.4/10 (800 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
50%
Metacritic
45
Cast
William Holden as Richard Thorn
Lee Grant as Ann Thorn
Jonathan Scott-Taylor as Damien Thorn
Robert Foxworth as Paul Buher
Nicholas Pryor as Charles Warren
Lew Ayres as Bill Atherton
Sylvia Sidney as Aunt Marion
Lance Henriksen as Sergeant Neff
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 800 votes. Critics scored it lower at 48%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Since the sudden and suspicious deaths of his parents, young Damien has been in the charge of his wealthy aunt and uncle and enrolled in a military school. Widely feared to be the Antichrist, he relentlessly plots to seize control of his uncle's business empire โ€” and the world. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • William Holden spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of Damien - Omen II was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

Damien - Omen II is a 1978 horror, thriller film directed by Don Taylor. Since the sudden and suspicious deaths of his parents, young Damien has been in the charge of his wealthy aunt and uncle and enrolled in a military school. Widely feared to be the Antichrist, he relentlessly plots to seize control of his uncle's business empire โ€” and the world.

The film has been rated by 800 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a horror film, Damien - Omen II delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

Damien - Omen II (1978) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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