Troll 2

PG-13

Released Oct 12, 1990

1h 35m

Horror

Comedy

List

5%

21 Reviews

Tomatometer

45%

10,000+ Ratings

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When young Joshua (Michael Stephenson) learns that he will be going on vacation with his family to a small town called Nilbog, he protests adamantly. He is warned by the spirit of his deceased grandfather that goblins populate the town. His parents, Michael (George Hardy) and Diana (Margo Prey), dismiss his apprehensions, but soon learn to appreciate their son's warnings. Guided by his grandfather's ghost, will Joshua and his family stand a chance in fighting off these evil beings?

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Critics Consensus

Oh my god.

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Chainsaw C

This is true cinema and a truly amazing follow up to the original. The production team did a great job with every detail including the costume design. It also shows the true violent nature of vegetarian goblins.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

03/23/24

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Cera F

The best most hilarious movie I've probably ever seen. Yes it was made as a serious movie but that's why it's so golden. Would recommend it to anyone unless you don't have the sarcastic part of the brain

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/22/24

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Jeff M

When done correctly, a bad movie can actually be a thing of great beauty. In the annals of bad filmmaking, I think this one can stand proudly with the best of the worst. It is so bad in so many ways that one can't help but question if these were less-than-talented individuals doing their very best or a satire on the whole genre. I choose to believe the former, but whatever the case, it is a wonder to behold. I don't even know quite where to begin - description and analysis seem futile. Highlights include the best sex scene in movie history featuring an ear of corn (very tastefully done), glaring continuity errors that Stevie Wonder could notice and performances that make the acting in medic alert bracelet commercials seem award worthy. The goblins themselves look like garden gnomes at Hobby Lobby - odd that this was called TROLL 2 rather than GOBLIN 2. Incidentally, to my knowledge and after some research, there never was a TROLL 1. Hmmmmm...... Somehow that fact just adds to the whole enjoyment of the endeavor. Again, your appreciation will depend entirely on your tolerance of bad moviemaking. Some will turn it off after 15 minutes; others will watch it on loop for an entire weekend.

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

01/18/24

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Fourpsyte

Incredible movie. When everything came together (for the final product that is Troll 2) it actually is a masterpiece. You can't "expel fluids" on southern hospitality and you can't do it on this movie. 4/4

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

12/12/23

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Gaming U

It's so bad. It's so bad that it's bad.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

12/04/23

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matthias s

"Troll 2" is a cinematic rollercoaster that left me utterly bewildered yet strangely entertained. From the get-go, it's clear that this film isn't your typical troll-fest; it's more like a goblin nightmare. The laughable special effects are so bad they're good, and trust me, you won't find a single troll in sight—just a horde of hilariously unconvincing goblins. The acting? Well, it's so over-the-top terrible that it circles back around to being oddly captivating. The plot, on the other hand, is a head-scratcher from start to finish. Who is Grandpa Seth, and why does he matter? Your guess is as good as mine. "Troll 2" gives you no answers, just bizarre scenes that raise more questions. Despite its many shortcomings, I have to admit I had a blast watching this trainwreck of a movie. It's so bad that it's entertaining in its own twisted way. So, if you're up for a goblin-filled, plot-hole-ridden, cringe-worthy cinematic experience, "Troll 2" might just be your guilty pleasure.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

11/15/23

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Claudio Fragasso

Director

Michael Stephenson

Joshua Waits

Connie McFarland

Holly Waits

George Hardy

Michael Waits

Margo Prey

Diana Waits

Robert Ormsby

Grandpa Seth

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J. R. Jones

Chicago Reader

Troll 2 is bad. Very, very bad. The script is stupid, the acting is wooden, the special effects are laughable, the vintage-80s synthesizer score is cheesy.

Rated: 1/4

Sep 28, 2020

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Doug Brod

Entertainment Weekly

Taking off in its own entirely misguided direction, it tells the story of an average (not to mention lousy-acting) American family that vacations in a town infested with Marty Allen clones who cause folks to sweat green chlorophyll and turn into trees.

Jan 1, 2011

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Nick Schager

Lessons of Darkness

It's rare to find a film with such an ignominious reputation actually living up to the hype.

Rated: D-

Oct 1, 2007

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Graeme Robertson

Flickering Myth

Troll 2 is an awful film, but it's just too silly and stupid not to love.

Sep 28, 2020

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Mike Massie

Gone With The Twins

Perhaps the biggest question is how this film obtained its title when there are no trolls anywhere to be found.

Rated: 2/10

Sep 25, 2020

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Matthew Turner

VODzilla.co

While Troll 2 is undeniably awful, there's plenty to enjoy if you're a fan of epically terrible movies.

Rated: 3/10

Sep 5, 2017

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Synopsis

When young Joshua (Michael Stephenson) learns that he will be going on vacation with his family to a small town called Nilbog, he protests adamantly. He is warned by the spirit of his deceased grandfather that goblins populate the town. His parents, Michael (George Hardy) and Diana (Margo Prey), dismiss his apprehensions, but soon learn to appreciate their son's warnings. Guided by his grandfather's ghost, will Joshua and his family stand a chance in fighting off these evil beings?

Director: Claudio Fragasso
Screenwriter: Claudio Fragasso, Rossella Drudi
Production Co: Filmirage
Rating: PG-13
Genre: Horror, Comedy
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Oct 12, 1990, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Sep 16, 2008
Runtime: 1h 35m
Aspect Ratio: Flat (1.85:1)

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