Jingle All the Way 2
Jingle All the Way 2

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Jingle All the Way 2

2014
Movie
93 min
English

Larry's daughter wants only one thing for Christmas - a talking bear. His daughter's step-dad intends to make sure that Larry can't get one.

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IMDb4.1/10
Director: David DobkinGenres: Comedy, Family, Holiday

Plot Summary

A bumbling dad, Larry, tries to secure the hottest toy of the season, 'Jingo', for his daughter during the chaotic Christmas shopping season. He faces stiff competition from his ex-wife's new husband, Todd, who also wants the toy for his own daughter. The two men engage in a series of escalating comedic battles as they race against time and each other to get their hands on the coveted present.

Critical Reception

Jingle All the Way 2 was a direct-to-video sequel to the 1996 film and received overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and audiences alike. It is widely considered a low-quality, unnecessary sequel that failed to capture the spirit or success of the original.

What Reviewers Say

  • A predictable and unfunny comedy.

  • Lacks the charm and star power of the original.

  • An uninspired and disappointing sequel.

Google audience: Audience reception for Jingle All the Way 2 is generally poor, with viewers criticizing its lack of originality, weak humor, and overall poor production quality. It is often seen as a cash-grab sequel that fails to deliver an enjoyable holiday viewing experience.

Fun Fact

Unlike the original film which starred Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jingle All the Way 2 was made as a direct-to-video sequel and features a new cast, with Larry the Cable Guy in the lead role.

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