Against a production budget of approximately $70 million, the film was a significant failure, grossing only about $38.6 million worldwide.
While the original Basic Instinct was a critical and commercial powerhouse, the sequel faced a much rougher road:
Critics on Rotten Tomatoes gave it a dismal 6% score, noting that it lacked the suspense and "titillation" of its predecessor. Is Filmyzilla Safe for Streaming?