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title: "Black Scorpion II: Aftershock"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/black-scorpion-ii-aftershock-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 29054
imdb_id: "tt0115696"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 85
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 23
content_rating: "R"
---

# Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/black-scorpion-ii-aftershock-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (also known as Black Scorpion II: Ground Zero).
Year: 1997.
Format: American superhero comedy television film.
Release Date: 05/13/1997 (US).
Genre: Action, Adventure, Science Fiction.
Runtime: 1h 25m.
Director: Jonathan Winfrey.
Writer: Craig J. Nevius.
Producer: Roger Corman.
Rating: R.
Plot details:
Darcy is back on the force but continues to fight as the Black Scorpion.
Villains: Gangster Prankster and Aftershock (a new villain who emerges when the Mayor tries to protect his federal earthquake relief money).
Conflict: The two villains team up and kidnap Argyle's girlfriend.
Stakes: Black Scorpion faces the theft of the Scorpionmobile and the imminent destruction of Angel City.

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## The Hook & The Verdict

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Jonathan Winfrey
- **Networks / Studios**: Concorde-New Horizons

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Joan Severance** as *Darcy Walker / Black Scorpion*
- **Whip Hubley** as *Michael Russo*
- **Sherrie Rose** as *Prof. Ursula Undershaft / Aftershock*
- **Stoney Jackson** as *Gangster Prankster / Luther*
- **Matt Roe** as *Mayor Artie Worth*
- **Stephen Lee** as *Capt. Strickland*
- **Garrett Morris** as *Argyle*
- **Terri J. Vaughn** as *Veronica / Tender Lovin'*
- **Laura Harring** as *Babette*
- **Scott Valentine** as *Dick*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Black Scorpion II: Aftershock online?
Black Scorpion II: Aftershock is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Franatic Amazon Channel, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Black Scorpion II: Aftershock worth watching?
Black Scorpion II: Aftershock holds a community rating of 4.8/10 based on 23 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Adventure for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Black Scorpion II: Aftershock and when was it released?
Black Scorpion II: Aftershock is a feature film with a runtime of 85 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Black Scorpion II: Aftershock?
Black Scorpion II: Aftershock was directed by Jonathan Winfrey.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Black Scorpion II: Aftershock — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29054)
- [Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (TV Movie 1997) - Full cast ...](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0115696/fullcredits/)
- [Black Scorpion II - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Scorpion_II)
- [Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (1997) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/29054-black-scorpion-ii-aftershock/cast)
- [Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (1997) - Jonathan Winfrey | Synopsis, Movie Info, Moods, Themes and Related](https://www.allmovie.com/)
- [Black Scorpion II: Aftershock (1997) directed by Jonathan Winfrey • Reviews, film + cast](https://letterboxd.com/)

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