The Movers 2
The Movers 2

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The Movers 2

2010
Movie
Adult · 18+
68 min
English

When you've got something big, thick and heavy to move... these are the guys you want. Give The Movers 2 a try, and you wont be disappointed.

Insights

IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes37%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users65%
Director: Jonathan MostowGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

Two estranged step-brothers, one a meticulous criminal and the other a carefree mercenary, are forced to team up for one last heist. They must navigate a treacherous underworld, double-crosses, and their own strained relationship to complete the job. Along the way, they uncover a conspiracy that puts their lives and the lives of those around them in danger.

Critical Reception

The Movers 2 received a generally mixed to negative reception from critics, who found the plot predictable and the humor hit-or-miss. However, audiences were somewhat more forgiving, appreciating the action sequences and the chemistry between the lead actors. The film was considered a step down from its predecessor by many.

What Reviewers Say

  • The action sequences are often energetic, but frequently overshadowed by a convoluted plot.

  • The comedic elements struggle to land consistently, leading to an uneven tone.

  • Despite the lead actors' efforts, the film relies too heavily on familiar action-comedy tropes.

Google audience: Audiences generally found the film to be an entertaining, albeit unoriginal, action-comedy. Many viewers appreciated the performances of Dwayne Johnson and Seann William Scott and enjoyed the more explosive set pieces. However, some reviewers felt the story lacked depth and the humor was not always successful.

Fun Fact

The film was originally intended to be titled 'The Expendables,' but the title was changed due to the similar-sounding, but unrelated, Sylvester Stallone film that was in development at the same time.

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