Daddy's Home 2

Father-and-stepfather duo Brad and Dusty attempt to create their own ideal Christmases with their families. Their plans are thrown into disarray when their own fathers arrive, bringing with them old-fashioned, competitive traditions that turn the holidays into a chaotic and hilarious showdown. As the families navigate the escalating conflict, they learn the true meaning of togetherness.

Daddy's Home 2 received generally negative reviews from critics, who found the humor to be uninspired and repetitive compared to the first film. Audiences, however, seemed to enjoy the slapstick comedy and the star power of the cast, leading to a moderate box office performance.

• Critics lamented the film's reliance on predictable jokes and a lack of fresh comedic material.

• The addition of the grandfathers was seen by some as an attempt to inject new life, but ultimately proved to be a chaotic and unfunny addition.

• Despite the critical panning, some viewers found the familiar premise and comedic performances enjoyable.

Google audience: Google users generally found the movie to be a fun and lighthearted comedy, appreciating the performances of Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg. While some acknowledged it wasn't groundbreaking, many enjoyed the holiday spirit and the silly antics.

Mel Gibson's role as the father of Mark Wahlberg's character was a significant casting choice, as Gibson is only 16 years older than Wahlberg.