120. Psycho II (1983)

Published: Feb. 3, 2020, 7 a.m.

Continuing our Psycho series, this episode we're taking a look at all things Psycho II. Directed by Richard Franklin and written by Tom Holland (of Fright Night and Child's Play fame), Psycho II sees Anthony Perkins and Vera Miles reprise their roles from the original, as Norman Bates is released 22 years after the Hitchcock original. A critical flop upon release, the film has since earned a cult following. But why?