Species 2 Deleted Scenes Exclusive May 2026

Modern Blu-ray releases from Scream Factory include "Special Effects Outtakes" that show the FX team testing "gooptastic" practical gags, including the mechanical head-explosion rigs and the 15-foot stomach tendrils that were shortened for timing in the final film. Summary of Major Deleted Content Scene Type Description Where to Find It The Apartment Kill Patrick kills a transsexual woman after a club pickup. IMDb Alternate Versions Uncut Hotel Suite Extended nudity and gore during the debutante encounter. Species Trilogy Special Edition DVD Extended Strip Club A longer version of the dance sequence. Species II Collector's Edition Blu-ray Alternate Pregnancy More explicit "tentacle-birth" practical effects. Special Effects Outtakes / DVD Extras

Here is an exclusive look at the deleted scenes and alternate versions that reveal the movie Peter Medak almost made. The Most Controversial Cut: The Transsexual Murder

Working closely with H.R. Giger, the team aimed for a "transparent" look for the aliens. While they used practical puppets and complex materials, lighting choices on set ultimately prevented the characters from looking as translucent as intended. species 2 deleted scenes exclusive

Patrick takes a woman back to her apartment. As they begin to make out, he discovers that she is transsexual.

One of the most notable deleted scenes involves the antagonist, Patrick Ross (Justin Lazard), after he picks up a woman at a club. Modern Blu-ray releases from Scream Factory include "Special

In a short deleted snippet from the hotel sequence, Patrick is seen briefly in his full bipedal alien form looming over the sister during their encounter—a rare look at the creature in a non-combat setting.

Director Peter Medak and effects master Steve Johnson originally captured much more visceral footage that was trimmed to avoid an NC-17 rating. Species Trilogy Special Edition DVD Extended Strip Club

An alternate, longer take exists of Patrick attempting to slide his "alien tongue" into Dr. Laura Baker’s mouth. Behind the Scenes: The Giger Vision

This scene was widely considered too dark and controversial for the theatrical cut, though it later appeared as a bonus feature on various DVD releases. Unrated Gore and Extended Practical Effects