Ted 2

Newlywed couple John Bennett and Ted need to prove Ted is a person in a court of law to adopt a child. When Ted is declared property, he loses his job and his marriage is annulled. John and Ted, with the help of lawyer Samantha Jackson, embark on a quest to find a lawyer who can take their case to the Supreme Court. Their journey leads them to comedic adventures and confrontations with the villainous Donny.

Ted 2 received mixed to positive reviews from critics. While many praised its humor and Mark Wahlberg's performance, some found it relied too heavily on callbacks to the original and lacked originality. Audience reception was generally more favorable, appreciating the raunchy comedy and the continuation of Ted's adventures.

• The film delivers consistent laughs for fans of crude humor and the original's style.

• While the premise for adoption is interesting, the plot sometimes feels convoluted.

• The chemistry between Wahlberg and MacFarlane remains a strong point.

Google audience: Audiences generally enjoyed Ted 2 for its signature R-rated humor and the continued antics of Ted and John. Many found it to be a worthy sequel that provided plenty of laughs, though some noted it didn't break new ground.

The lawyers arguing Ted's case in the courtroom scene are played by real-life lawyers from the New York firm Kasowitz, Benson, Torres & Friedman.