The comments were derogatory, the story was too pale, and Stone used a substitute

The Miami Herald said very directly: "No one expected "Instinct 2" to be a good movie, but No one thought it would be so boring."

"USA Today" believes that "Basic Instinct 2" and "Basic Instinct" are not comparable: "1992's "Basic Instinct" is thrilling and sexy, gorgeous and full of tension. , and these elements were completely abandoned in the sequel."

"Basic Instinct 2" not only failed to win the favor of film critics, but also criticized it by ordinary audiences. American viewers gave "Instinct 2" a low score of 2.5 (out of 10).

A viewer said online: "Except for Sharon Stone being watchable, this movie is absolutely useless. The story and dialogue are terrible."