Deleted Scenes: Species 2

Deleted Scenes from Species II: What They Reveal About the Sequel

Species II (1998) arrived as a more action-oriented, darker follow-up to the 1995 sci-fi horror Species. While critics were mixed, the film expanded the mythology of the alien-human hybrid Sil and introduced new characters and moral stakes. Fans have long speculated about what was cut from the theatrical release. Below is a concise look at notable deleted scenes and what they suggest about the film’s original intentions.

An alternate, longer take of Patrick attempting to slide his alien tongue into Dr. Laura Baker’s mouth. species 2 deleted scenes

Shout! Factory Collector's Edition: This release is known for including interviews with screenwriter Chris Brancato and special effects artist Steve Johnson, detailing scenes that were either cut or never fully realized due to budget and rating constraints. Creature Creations: the Effects of Species II Deleted Scenes from Species II: What They Reveal

The Legacy of What Was Lost

Decades later, Species 2 is remembered as a glorious failure—too ambitious for its budget, too sleazy for its ideas. But the legend of its deleted scenes has turned it into a cult artifact. Fans no longer debate whether the film is “good.” They debate what it could have been. Below is a concise look at notable deleted