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Former CIA black-ops agent Frank Moses (Bruce Willis) and his old partner, Marvin Boggs (John Malkovich), are caught in the grip of retirement -- but that soon changes when a powerful Cold War weapon known as Nightshade resurfaces decades after its disappearance. With assassins hot on their trail, Frank and his team set out to find the one scientist (Anthony Hopkins) who can unravel the mystery of Nightshade and help them save themselves -- and the world. Read More Read Less

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While it's still hard to argue with its impeccable cast or the fun they often seem to be having, Red 2 replaces much of the goofy fun of its predecessor with empty, over-the-top bombast.

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Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (1) Kimber Myers The Playlist While we applaud the minds behind Red 2 for making a film for adults in a sea of movies for kids and teenage boys, they didn't actually make a good film for adults. Rated: C+ Aug 13, 2013 Full Review Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (2) Guy Lodge London Evening Standard The Expendables meets The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel isn't an obviously winning formula. Rated: 2/5 Aug 12, 2013 Full Review Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (3) Donald Clarke Irish Times The trick to RED 2's success is its willingness to allow the actors to roar through all their greatest hits at the loudest possible volume. Rated: 3/5 Aug 2, 2013 Full Review Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (4) Iván Kazi EscribiendoCine With more action and, fortunately, without so many twists. [Full review in Spanish] Rated: 7/10 Apr 11, 2023 Full Review Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (5) Brian Eggert Deep Focus Review The overly fun-loving tone of Red 2 prevents us from feeling truly involved. Rated: 2.5/4 Sep 1, 2022 Full Review Red 2 | Rotten Tomatoes (6) David Nusair Reel Film Reviews RED 2 slowly-but-surely begins to fizzle out as it enters its padded-out and hopelessly convoluted midsection... Rated: 2/4 Apr 21, 2022 Full Review Read all reviews

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Eight T It's rare to find good sequel's, but they nailed it with this one. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/23/24 Full Review Pete M Stumbled across this after watching Red and being surprised with the depth of the cast. I really enjoyed the plot with a few twists and turns along with some predictable changes as well. Highlight for me is Helen Mirren in this role. So refreshing to see an older actress in an action role. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/16/24 Full Review Shaun E Like its predecessor, Red 2 does not pretend to be anything other than over the top and absurdly unbelievable. With an overarching storyline that is possibly better than the first instalment, the cast go on a rather convoluted adventure to dismantle an atomic bomb. With characters changing sides left right and centre, you have no idea whether you are coming or going. Every escape from certain death is utterly implausible and some of the action scenes are so comic strip as to be bizarre. Yet, despite this, the film is lightweight compulsive watching. There is never enough tension for anything to be edge of the seat, but it is just fun with a lot of laughs along the way. Enjoyable, but not for anyone who wants to overthink it. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 04/12/24 Full Review Dan C This movie, like Red, is a spoof on secret agent thrillers. It is absolutely hilarious, smart, quick, a joy to watch. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/16/24 Full Review Giorgio G Not as good, and surely not as inventive as the first edition, it is still quite enjoyable. Rated 2.5/5 Stars • Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 02/04/24 Full Review Gaming U Super underrated movie Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/16/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Dean Parisot Director Bruce Willis Frank John Malkovich Marvin Mary-Louise Parker Sarah Anthony Hopkins Bailey Helen Mirren Victoria
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Synopsis Former CIA black-ops agent Frank Moses (Bruce Willis) and his old partner, Marvin Boggs (John Malkovich), are caught in the grip of retirement -- but that soon changes when a powerful Cold War weapon known as Nightshade resurfaces decades after its disappearance. With assassins hot on their trail, Frank and his team set out to find the one scientist (Anthony Hopkins) who can unravel the mystery of Nightshade and help them save themselves -- and the world.

Director
Dean Parisot

Producer
Lorenzo di Bonaventura, Mark Vahradian

Screenwriter
Jon Hoeber, Erich Hoeber

Distributor
Summit Entertainment

Production Co
Di Bonaventura Pictures

Rating
PG-13 (Frenetic Gunplay|Drug Material|Pervasive Action Violence|Some Language)

Genre
Action, Comedy

Original Language
English

Release Date (Theaters)
Jul 19, 2013, Wide

Release Date (Streaming)
May 4, 2015

Box Office (Gross USA)
$53.2M

Runtime
1h 56m

Sound Mix
Datasat, Dolby Digital
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Is there a Red 2? ›

Red 2 is a 2013 American action comedy film and sequel to the 2010 film Red. It was based on the limited comic book series of the same name, created by Warren Ellis and Cully Hamner, and published by the DC Comics imprint Homage.

Who is the bad guy in Red 2? ›

Dr. Edward Bailey is the main antagonist in the 2013 film Red 2. He is the boss of Jack Horton.

Is there a sequel to the movie RED? ›

Is Red 2 worth watching? ›

Anthony Hopkins, Helen Mirren, John Malkovich, Bruce Willis, Catherine Zeta Jones and Brian Cox; what a cast.... yet it's just a better version of Expendables and with better actors. It is a very enjoyable film; it has great action scenes, the plot is solid and it has some very good performances.

Why was RED 2 banned? ›

In the 1970s, Red #2 was banned after tests showed a link between its carcinogenic properties and intestinal tumors. Several yellow dyes have also been banned, leaving only seven dyes on the FDA's approved list - the most popular of which are Yellow #5, Blue #1, and Red #40.

Is a turning red 2 coming out? ›

Turning Red 2 is a upcoming American 3D computer-animated coming-of-age fantasy comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

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Is RED 2 streaming anywhere? ›

Currently you are able to watch "RED 2" streaming on Netflix, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, AMC, Netflix basic with Ads.

What is nightshade in RED 2? ›

Marvin kidnaps the Head of Military intelligence who reveals that Nightshade was a US first strike capability against the Soviets during the Cold War. A whole nuke was smuggled and hidden inside Moscow, to be detonated when required.

Will there be a Notice RED 2? ›

The production for 'Red Notice 2' may start in late 2024. So, it could potentially be released in mid to late 2025, possibly following in the footsteps of the first film in November 2025. Disclaimer Statement: This content is authored by a 3rd party.

Is RED 2 as good as Red 1? ›

Content collapsed. Like its predecessor, Red 2 does not pretend to be anything other than over the top and absurdly unbelievable. With an overarching storyline that is possibly better than the first instalment, the cast go on a rather convoluted adventure to dismantle an atomic bomb.

What age is RED 2? ›

Red 2 is a good movie for kids 12 and up.

Is there going to be a bloodshot 2? ›

Plans are underway for a Bloodshot sequel. Vin Diesel will reportedly return for Bloodshot 2, as confirmed by Dan Mintz, the CEO of DMG Entertainment group.

What happened in RED 2? ›

They reunite with Marvin, Victoria, and Han and wait for their imminent deaths, but the bomb explodes in the air. Frank reveals that he smuggled the bomb on the plane in a compartment near the front of the plane. The movie closes with a scene showing Sarah enjoying herself on a mission with Frank and Marvin.

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Currently you are able to watch "RED 2" streaming on Netflix, AMC Plus Apple TV Channel , AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+, AMC.

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