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6.5 / 10(3,023 votes)IMDbPG-1319901h 46m$41.5M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Gremlins 2: The New Batch

“Here they grow again.”

Synopsis

Young sweethearts Billy and Kate move to the Big Apple, land jobs in a high-tech office park and soon reunite with the friendly and lovable Gizmo. But a series of accidents creates a whole new generation of Gremlins. The situation worsens when the devilish green creatures invade a top-secret laboratory and develop genetically altered powers, making them even harder to destroy!

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Type: Trailer • Published 2018-12-29

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 15, 1990

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

June 15, 1990

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

ReleasedUnderperformed (0.83x ROI)

Production Budget

$50M

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$41.5M

Total global ticket sales

Box Office Return

0.83x

-$8.5M deficit

Theatrical Status

Budget Return

Box office tier

Budget: $50MWorldwide: $41.5M

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Joe Dante
Screenplay & Story
Charles S. Haas, Chris Columbus
Original Score
Jerry Goldsmith
Original Title
Gremlins 2: The New Batch
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 46m
Production Budget
$50M
Worldwide Gross
$41.5M
Production Studios
Amblin Entertainment, Warner Bros. Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Joe Dante

Screenplay & Story

Charles S. Haas, Chris Columbus

Original Score & Music

Jerry Goldsmith

Director of Photography

John Hora

Film Editing

Kent Beyda

Producers

Michael Finnell, Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:Chris Columbus

Department Leadership Roster

Michael Finnell

Michael Finnell

Producer

Jerry Goldsmith

Jerry Goldsmith

Original Music Composer

John Hora

John Hora

Director of Photography

Kent Beyda

Editor

James H. Spencer

Production Design

Rosanna Norton

Rosanna Norton

Costume Design

Dennis Michelson

Visual Effects Supervisor

Mike H. McGaughy

Stunt Coordinator

Joe Dante

Joe Dante

Director

Craig Barron

Craig Barron

Visual Effects Supervisor

Charles S. Haas

Writer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Australia (ACB)PG

Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

United Kingdom (BBFC)12

Suitable only for 12 years and over.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Gremlins 2: The New Batch

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

What is Gremlins 2: The New Batch about?

Young sweethearts Billy and Kate move to the Big Apple, land jobs in a high-tech office park and soon reunite with the friendly and lovable Gizmo. But a series of accidents creates a whole new generation of Gremlins. The situation worsens when the devilish green creatures invade a top-secret laboratory and develop genetically altered powers, making them even harder to destroy!

Who directed Gremlins 2: The New Batch?

Gremlins 2: The New Batch was directed by Joe Dante.

Who stars in Gremlins 2: The New Batch?

The principal cast of Gremlins 2: The New Batch includes Zach Galligan, Phoebe Cates, John Glover, Robert Prosky, Robert Picardo.

When was Gremlins 2: The New Batch released and how long is it?

Gremlins 2: The New Batch was released in 1990 with a total runtime of 1h 46m.

What was the box office and production budget of Gremlins 2: The New Batch?

Gremlins 2: The New Batch had a reported production budget of $50M and grossed $41.5M at the worldwide box office (0.83 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).

Who composed the musical score for Gremlins 2: The New Batch?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Gremlins 2: The New Batch was composed by Jerry Goldsmith.

Is Gremlins 2: The New Batch based on a book or true story?

Gremlins 2: The New Batch is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Chris Columbus".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Gremlins 2: The New Batch?

Gremlins 2: The New Batch holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: 12 (Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).