Big Momma's House 2

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Steven F. @SteveGotScored Feb 19 Not as good as the first but still pretty funny! See more Artakha M @Artakha Jan 23 Big momma 2 is definitely the weakest of the momma trilogy (By no means a bad film, though). The script is as tight as ever, with hilarious predicaments around every turn. The character writing is not as strong as the original Big momma, though it's still excellent by it's own standards. The plot may be the most mainstream of the momma films, with themes of envy, sacrifice and redemption being watered down from the first film to suit a more "casual audience". I - however, would still highly recommend watching this incredible movie, despite its being SLIGHTLY weaker then the original and Big Momma's (2011). A solid 8/10 See more Stephen C @bob25009 Dec 31 The worldwide gross is $141,522,961.00!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See more Pedro Henrique C @Pedro2005 Dec 9 Big Momma's House 2 (2006) For me, it's still very funny, I thought this second movie was much better than the first. See more Ed R @JustcallmeER Nov 14 Unfunny and unoriginal. In other words, a perfect piece of evidence for opponents of pointless movie sequels. See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Oct 26 Big Momma’s House 2 tries to recapture the wild, cross-dressing energy that made the first film such a hit, but it ends up feeling more like a rehash than a genuine continuation. Martin Lawrence once again suits up as the undercover FBI agent Malcolm Turner—this time infiltrating a nanny position to solve a new case—but despite his full commitment to the disguise, the magic just isn’t there. The humor that once felt spontaneous now feels overly familiar, and the heart that anchored the original film seems to have gotten lost somewhere in the sequel’s predictable script. The story itself isn’t terrible, but it’s far too safe. The first movie leaned into its absurdity, while this one seems hesitant to go all-in. The director clearly tries to maintain the spirit of the original—keeping Big Momma loud, nosy, and full of attitude—but the writing just doesn’t give her much to work with. The plot unfolds in a way that feels mechanical, lacking the chaotic spark that made the first one such a surprise success. It’s almost as if the filmmakers were checking boxes instead of finding new, creative ways to evolve the character. Martin Lawrence still delivers his usual comedic flair, but even he seems a bit fatigued here. The first film had a freshness to it—a sense that Lawrence was experimenting and having fun with the outrageous concept. In this sequel, that same energy feels forced. His jokes land occasionally, but more out of nostalgia than genuine humor. It’s not that Lawrence isn’t funny; it’s that the film doesn’t give him enough inspired material to keep things lively. The screenplay is the weakest link by far. It struggles to balance the undercover plotline with Big Momma’s comedic antics, and the result is a story that feels disjointed and flat. The emotional beats, which should have grounded the film, come off hollow, and the pacing drags in moments where the comedy should have been sharpest. It’s the kind of script that feels written more out of obligation than passion. There are still flashes of charm, though—mostly in the small moments when Lawrence fully embraces the absurdity of Big Momma’s world. The family dynamic he develops with the people he’s investigating has potential, and the movie does try to inject some warmth into the mix. But those attempts often get buried under recycled gags and a lack of real tension or direction. In the end, Big Momma’s House 2 is a sequel that struggles to justify its existence. It’s not unwatchable, but it’s a definite step down from the first film. The energy, the chemistry, and the originality that once defined the character all feel watered down. It’s a movie that tries to play it safe instead of taking risks, and in doing so, loses the very spark that made Big Momma’s House such a fun and outrageous comedy to begin with. See more Read all reviews

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