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5.8 / 10(763 votes)IMDbR19891h 45m$38.9M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

The Fly II

“Like father. Like son.”

Synopsis

Martin Brundle, born of the human/fly, is adopted by his father's place of employment (Bartok Inc.) while the employees simply wait for his mutant chromosomes to come out of their dormant state.

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The Fly II ≣ 1989 ≣ Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2024-01-04

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 10, 1989

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

December 10, 2019

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedCommercial Hit (2.36x ROI)

Production Budget

$16.5M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$38.9M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

2.36x

+$22.4M net gain

Theatrical Status

Profitable

Box office tier

Budget: $16.5MWorldwide: $38.9M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Chris Walas
Screenplay & Story
Jim Wheat, Ken Wheat, Frank Darabont, Mick Garris
Original Score
Christopher Young
Original Title
The Fly II
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 45m
Production Budget
$16.5M
Worldwide Gross
$38.9M
Production Studios
Brooksfilms

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Chris Walas

Screenplay & Story

Jim Wheat, Ken Wheat, Frank Darabont, Mick Garris, George Langelaan

Original Score & Music

Christopher Young

Director of Photography

Robin Vidgeon

Film Editing

Sean Barton

Producers

Steven-Charles Jaffe, Mel Brooks, Stuart Cornfeld

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:George Langelaan

Department Leadership Roster

Chris Walas

Chris Walas

Director

Steven-Charles Jaffe

Steven-Charles Jaffe

Producer

Jim Wheat

Screenplay

Ken Wheat

Screenplay

Frank Darabont

Frank Darabont

Screenplay

Robin Vidgeon

Director of Photography

Sean Barton

Editor

Mick Garris

Mick Garris

Screenplay

Christopher Ryan

Costume Design

Michael S. Bolton

Production Design

John Wardlow

John Wardlow

Stunt Coordinator

Mel Brooks

Mel Brooks

Producer

Christopher Young

Christopher Young

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)18

Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Fly II.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fly II

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Fly II about?

Martin Brundle, born of the human/fly, is adopted by his father's place of employment (Bartok Inc.) while the employees simply wait for his mutant chromosomes to come out of their dormant state.

Who directed The Fly II?

The Fly II was directed by Chris Walas.

Who stars in The Fly II?

The principal cast of The Fly II includes Eric Stoltz, Daphne Zuniga, Lee Richardson, John Getz, Frank C. Turner.

When was The Fly II released and how long is it?

The Fly II was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 45m.

What was the box office and production budget of The Fly II?

The Fly II had a reported production budget of $16.5M and grossed $38.9M at the worldwide box office (2.36 return on budget, classified as a commercial hit).

Who composed the musical score for The Fly II?

The original motion picture soundtrack for The Fly II was composed by Christopher Young.

Is The Fly II based on a book or true story?

The Fly II is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "George Langelaan".

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Fly II?

The Fly II holds official age classifications: DE: 16 (FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 18 (Suitable only for adults 18 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).