

Problem Child 2
Junior and his father, Ben, move from Cold River to Mortville. Junior becomes threatened by Ben's desire to date again and find a new mother for Junior, and sabotages each of his dates.
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Plot Summary
Junior, the "child from hell," is back, but this time he's determined to be good. After moving to a new town with his father, Junior tries to win over a new family and navigate the challenges of school. However, his mischievous nature often gets the better of him, leading to chaotic and hilarious situations.
Critical Reception
Problem Child 2 was met with largely negative reviews from critics, who found the humor to be crude and repetitive. However, it was a commercial success, appealing to its target family audience who enjoyed its slapstick comedy and the antics of its young protagonist.
What Reviewers Say
- The film relies heavily on slapstick and gross-out humor, which many critics found tiresome.
- While criticized for its lack of originality and reliance on juvenile gags, some found the film's energy and the performance of the lead actor to be somewhat entertaining.
- The sequel offers more of the same chaotic antics as the first film, failing to impress critics looking for sophisticated comedy.
Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that while critics found the movie to be unfunny and crude, many viewers, particularly families, enjoyed the over-the-top humor and the returning character of Junior. Some noted it was 'so bad it's good' or a guilty pleasure.
Fun Fact
Michael Oliver, who played Junior, was reportedly paid $100,000 for his role in this sequel, a significant increase from his $10,000 salary for the first film.
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