22 Jump Street

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Sosmooth1982Mar 17, 2023

The 2 weirdest cops are back again. This one is way better then the 1st and funnier.

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lasttimeisawJun 29, 2014

A torrid weekend, the best recreation is a cinema getaway in the local multiplex, the options are paltry, having no slightest interest in the fourth TRANSFORMERS juggernaut, I have to choose between two sequels, HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 orA torrid weekend, the best recreation is a cinema getaway in the local multiplex, the options are paltry, having no slightest interest in the fourth TRANSFORMERS juggernaut, I have to choose between two sequels, HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON 2 or this one, it is a tough choice, I enjoyed HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON (2010, 8/10) thoroughly, but due to a recent impassivity towards animations, eventually I opt for the latter albeit I have yet watched its predecessor, a Hollywood comedy might be the elixir to quench the summer lethargy.

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SimpleMethodJun 13, 2014

I'm going to probably have to see it again. I didn't really find it that funny and was pretty bored throughout, but I was in a bad mood going in and I think that contributed to it. Update after second viewing coming soon.

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Jack_SunshineJul 16, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. How many sequels have been accused of basically repackaging the last film we saw and charging us the price of a cinema ticket once again? That’s Hollywood, but at least Phil Lord & Christopher Miller, the directorial duo behind the first 21 Jump Street and the seminal The Lego Movie (which also came out this year – these guys have been busy), are acutely aware of this and unafraid of letting us know that they know.

The first 21 Jump Street (2012) took its name from the address of the old church in which the operation was headquartered. Right off the mark, the Ocean’s Eleven-style sequel numbering lands us across the street at number 22 which, mocking the often inflated budget of Hollywood sequels, is an even bigger church, kitted out with a king’s ransom in expensive looking surveillance equipment, and a chief’s office that looks like a ‘giant cube of ice’ – cue the derisive Captain Dickson (Ice Cube).

Our ‘heroes’ Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) are cops and buddies, as close as two straight guys can be, and their bromance is truly something to behold. Their relationship was solidified on screen in the first film and provides the central conflict of the sequel – all other characters in the film are sent to test it.

The whole thing’s pretty consistently hilarious. Hill and Tatum are fine comedic actors who carry the film well. It’s not perfect, but there are some great gags peppered throughout (from Jonah Hill’s impersonation of a Latino gangster to Ice Cube losing his cool at a buffet), and a slew of more subtle shout-outs for the perceptive filmgoer.

A lot of the humour is drawn from the general self-aware ribbing, and even when it’s not directly commenting on the budget or the sequelitis, it’s ripping apart the clichés of college movies, action movies, and buddy cop movies.

Much is made of the fact that the characters are going to have to do the same thing once again: infiltrate an educational establishment to root out drug dealers. They’re looking a little old for high school now, so they’re off to college in all its clichéd frat partying, football playing, hard drinking, spring breaking glory.

Their emotional strife pans out similarly to last time, but with some role reversal. Jenko’s natural jock status was subverted in 21 Jump Street, when he found that the modern high school student is more receptive to the book smart sensitivity embodied by Schmidt. Here it’s played straight, as he effortlessly slides into the frat boy dynamic and finds a new best bro, leaving Schmidt by the wayside.

The plot might be formulaic, but this film revels in it. It’s a very easy film to watch and plays like a farcical lesson in making a comedy sequel. As the main goal of a comedy is to make you laugh; to this end, it delivers.… Expand

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sammurphy66Jul 14, 2014

Short on laughs, but smartly written and effectively explores its protagonists undeniable chemistry, 22 Jump Street is a slight improvement on its slightly amusing predecessor.

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43in2014Jun 25, 2014

Prior to watching this: I have not seen 21 Jump Street (film and TV series).
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Pro:There were some really silly and funny bits. The film had also satirised several themes from other films. The end credits were funny up til the pointPrior to watching this: I have not seen 21 Jump Street (film and TV series).
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Pro:There were some really silly and funny bits. The film had also satirised several themes from other films. The end credits were funny up til the point where they start to repeat itself.
Cons: It was very much, style over substance. Tatum has one facial expression and cannot act. The satirising of other films would have been great, if the timing was better and Tatum acting better. The last act has major loopholes where all the major characters converged in the same building when they were at different locations just a while ago and did not seemed to be heading towards this building. The editing and continuity of the film are problematic.
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geewahJan 12, 2021

An inferior product compared to that of the original. Comes across as a rushed effort to cash in on the success of the the first. A shame.

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Forrestgump1Jul 31, 2014

Channing Tatum, and Jonah Hill..such an odd ball pairing in every way shape or form. A buff macho, and dull headedness, mixed with a brainy, textual and lame counterpart. Who would think this pairing could, and most importantly, should work.Channing Tatum, and Jonah Hill..such an odd ball pairing in every way shape or form. A buff macho, and dull headedness, mixed with a brainy, textual and lame counterpart. Who would think this pairing could, and most importantly, should work. Their names; Chris Lord and Phil Lord, the creative duo behind the fresh and lively revival of the series that made Johnny Depp famous.
In contrast of course I'm speaking in regards to the highly successful 2012 sleeper hit "21 Jump Street". A buddy cop action comedy, that knew no boundaries and greatly stumbled where others have gone before, and all the same felt original, unique and it was very, very funny. I can't say the same for it's uptight, overly obsessive sequel. Amply titled "22 Jump Street". (In case you're wondering, they moved across the street).

Sure we have the original team on board for more mischief and mayhem. Doing almost word for word the exact same thing. "Do what you did the first time...and everyone's happy". I can say, to an extent that this approach works, and for many moviegoers they will appreciate it. I just missed the improvisation and flamboyance that made it's predecessor memorable. Surprises at every corner. Granted, "22 Jump Street" has enough surprises, comedic wit, and action to make it mildly enjoyable for the audience it's strictly geared towards. Fans looking for a decent follow-up, should look no further. Because, there is a lot of the same, and nothing else.

Schmidt and Jenko are back. Promising on the goodwill from the last one "you two .. are going to college" and finally we are made good on this promise. There is, of course, a new synthetic drug at MC State where the two must, evade into the personal lives of their fellow classmates, and neighbors, or "Infiltrate the dealer...find the supplier". To describe it blunty.

Arguably, the best notion about the screenplay, penned by Josh Mccall and Jonah Hill was it's ability to take Schmidt and Jenko's relationship farther than before. It's probably best to pick up a copy of "21 Jump St" before seeing it's sequel, as there are many references that you may have forgotten. Rest assured for fans not familiar with the first one, the film opens with a funny recap of the events that took place on "21 Jump Street". While some things never change, the fauq identities "Doug" and "Brad" McQuaid are still in tact. Channing Tatum's Brad gets to experience the popular side of things now, while Jonah Hill's Doug sits on the sidelines, literally. The two sort of branch out, and do their thing. "Brad" gets to live his dreams of playing Football, and maybe one day drive that lamborghini. In addition "Doug" is playing the opposite of his post "high school days" there is no charismatic Dave Franco to lean on this time.

The action set pieces are actually quite impressive. I was in tuned more with the plot this time around then I was previously, which is a good thing. I guess. Did I really wanna be motivated by an intricate of plot points? not entirely. Will I take em? sure, why not. Never is it more diverse than it needs to be. The jokes kind of up the ante a little bit. There are two or three laugh out loud jokes, instead of having the same consistency and flow the original had. Believe me. when "22 Jump Street" is funny, it's pretty comical all the same.

In addition, the softness that Tatum brings to Jenko is like a teddy bear. You can't be mad or angry ever, because he is just sensitive. There is a good bit about how, Jenko takes a Sexuality class.. and all of sudden becomes an advocate for gay rights. "I said a lot of gay slurs in high school" he refers to his partner, to which Hill responds amicably "yeah most of them directed at me". These are the scenes that propel the film. That goodwill unfortunately lags after about the first hour. If you can believe it, the best jokes in the film actually belong to Ice Cube, who returns as the loud mouth, and stereotypical police chief. The best joke lies between him and Jonah Hill's character, I won't spoil it for you, however, it's a great joke worth the price of admission alone.

In the end, of course the budget is obviously bigger, and, as with most, sequels usually tend to overdo it a tad. Phil Lord and Chris Miller take the time with certain advancements, but are given a slew of extras that, was underutilized. Rarely is a sequel good, and it's even more rare to be better than it's predecessor. I can say that "22 Jump Street" tries it's best, and never succeeds. Jonah Hill and Tatum are great together. The two have remarkable on screen chemistry. When you have a film as golden as "21 Jump Street" it's always going to be tough to top it. While my sheer opinion won't sway anyone from seeing this film. Sadly, "22 Jump Street" is another sequel in a long line, that has failed to live up to it's already high standards set before it.

C+

By: Nate Adams

Directed By: Phil Lord, and Chris Miller
Rated: R
Runtime: 118 mins
Studio: Sony
Release Date: June 13th 2014

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WhySoSerious54Jun 16, 2014

The first movie is much much funnier. There were a few big laughs that were very solid. I found that the final 20 minutes wasn't funny at all and dragged quite a bit. The constant under the cuff gay humor is hilarious in the first 30 minutesThe first movie is much much funnier. There were a few big laughs that were very solid. I found that the final 20 minutes wasn't funny at all and dragged quite a bit. The constant under the cuff gay humor is hilarious in the first 30 minutes of the movie but when they start recycling the same joke over and over and over again it gets tiring. The big laughs are few and the slight chuckles are plenty. Average movie at best.… Expand

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bmaster4616Jun 17, 2014

It's not terrible in any way but really not that good. It's really subpar and disappointing from the much superior predecessor. The movie plays out the same movie and is really a reply of the first one. It has moments where it's hilarious,It's not terrible in any way but really not that good. It's really subpar and disappointing from the much superior predecessor. The movie plays out the same movie and is really a reply of the first one. It has moments where it's hilarious, but then runs with gags that aren't very funny. When I say runs with them, I mean ten minutes of the same gag that just isn't funny. It reminds me of this is the end. I'm giving it the same score for a reason. The jokes are funny at parts but other gags are just god awful. This is the end has moments where it's ten times funnier than anything in 22 jump street, but the quantity of gags is more in this one. Overall I should have seen HTTYD. 6.5… Expand

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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018

it's really not that funny..

22 Jump Street 22 Jump Street being afraid of not being successful as the first one; attempts to stay on the same track and it works for mostly the first half an hour, after which the movie dips and loses itsit's really not that funny..

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22 Jump Street being afraid of not being successful as the first one; attempts to stay on the same track and it works for mostly the first half an hour, after which the movie dips and loses its track until the climax arrives which is twice the fun than the whole movie.… Expand

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AvishanHSep 25, 2019

So hilarious and fun to watch movie. I wish Seth Rogen were were too.He and Jonah Hill are my favorite comedians.

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moviegoerMAJan 28, 2015

This was a pretty bad movie overall. I get that it is meant to be an over the top stupid comedy, but there were far too funny scenes. The whole bromance comedy was ridiculous, and it was the same old dumb lame punchlines trying to be funny,This was a pretty bad movie overall. I get that it is meant to be an over the top stupid comedy, but there were far too funny scenes. The whole bromance comedy was ridiculous, and it was the same old dumb lame punchlines trying to be funny, but badly failing at it. There were a few parts where I found myself slightly chuckling, but Jonah Hill is so pathetic and bad in this movie. Channing Tatum was almost as bad, but not quite. Hopefully this will be the end of this series, and even if there is a 23rd jump street, I won't be watching.… Expand

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StevesitzDec 9, 2014

Falls so short of what made '21 Jump Street' funny. This movie spent too much time trying to make fun of itself that it ended up really not being funny. It does have one or two scenes that I can say I actually laughed at, but the rest ofFalls so short of what made '21 Jump Street' funny. This movie spent too much time trying to make fun of itself that it ended up really not being funny. It does have one or two scenes that I can say I actually laughed at, but the rest of the movie is the characters actually telling the audience (yes, breaking the wall several times) that what they are watching is nothing new and really the same thing, if not less, as the first. There is even a segment where they poke fun at the budget of the actual movie and how they went over it so the special effects and everything had to be kept to a minimum. This film tried way to hard to be a satire comedy of itself and it failed. I admit that I loved '21 Jump Street' but this sequel comes nowhere close to it.… Expand

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russiangamerDec 24, 2016

1. Просто тупая копирка сюжета с первой части, только в этот раз главные герои поменялись местами в некоторых ситуациях, гениально! 2. Вообще не смешно, вроде бы и есть моменты, когда хочешь засмеяться... но не смешно.
3. Ужасно скучно,1. Просто тупая копирка сюжета с первой части, только в этот раз главные герои поменялись местами в некоторых ситуациях, гениально! 2. Вообще не смешно, вроде бы и есть моменты, когда хочешь засмеяться... но не смешно.
3. Ужасно скучно, приходилось мотать в надежде увидеть хоть что-нибудь интересное.
4. Титры (5 минут) лучше фильма, думаю, что одним этим пунктом можно было полностью высказать мои впечатления.
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bob13bobNov 24, 2014

much crappier version of the first one. needed to be edited down. many jokes repeated way too often. Really a shame, they got great chemistry. not really sure how this one is rated higher on MC than the first.

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NShep53Jun 3, 2015

Ugh. Probably the most disappointing movie of 2014. I thoroughly enjoyed the first movie. All of my friends said this was great or even better than the first. I was pumped. And I was let down.

The movie isn't good because the chemistry ofUgh. Probably the most disappointing movie of 2014. I thoroughly enjoyed the first movie. All of my friends said this was great or even better than the first. I was pumped. And I was let down.

The movie isn't good because the chemistry of the Hill and Tatum seemed to worse from movie to movie. In this movie, they seem awkward and with the script that they were given, I could see why. Barring a few chuckles here and there, the movie is not that funny. The story is a rehash of the original and they were trying to go for the meta "do better than the first time" type jokes and they weren't done very well. I say watch the first one instead and forget this even existed.… Expand

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ProemedJun 28, 2014

Don't worry about a complicated plot line, good story, something to think about or worry that you might miss a good movie. 22 Jumpstreet is just a formula written scream loud and there is your punchline type of movie. Its a movie where aDon't worry about a complicated plot line, good story, something to think about or worry that you might miss a good movie. 22 Jumpstreet is just a formula written scream loud and there is your punchline type of movie. Its a movie where a little kid said this is getting boring they just keep doing the same lame comedy over and over. Oh kid you are so right! To put it simply, 22 Jumpstreet SUCKS!… Expand

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UCSD1978Jun 27, 2014

Did we see the same movie? I love pretty much enjoy anything Jonah Hill is in. Even early highlights from his career like his short appearance in 40 Year Old Virgin or his amazing 13 hours of **** sucking in Grandma's Boy to his OscarDid we see the same movie? I love pretty much enjoy anything Jonah Hill is in. Even early highlights from his career like his short appearance in 40 Year Old Virgin or his amazing 13 hours of **** sucking in Grandma's Boy to his Oscar nominated roles in Moneyball and Wolf of Wall Street are impressive. Besides a small handful of jokes that actually work, Hill not funny in 22 Jump Street, nor is Tanning Chatum. What a shame, I was hopeful it would be good. It's really bad. Skip this, for real!… Expand

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metareviewer3Aug 1, 2014

I saw this several weeks of hype, and maybe had too high expectations, so I was severely disappointed. I only started laughing about 45 minutes in the movie, and afterwards, my laughter died down to a couple of chuckles. I think they tookI saw this several weeks of hype, and maybe had too high expectations, so I was severely disappointed. I only started laughing about 45 minutes in the movie, and afterwards, my laughter died down to a couple of chuckles. I think they took the audience for granted. On the plus side, I still have a lot of respect for the first movie, but I would skip this one, or at least catch it on video.… Expand

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CameraBounceGodFeb 21, 2015

i enjoyed the poetry slam and the bosses daughter jokes....but saying that the girl hes with is less attractive than someone is kinda lame...and so is the rest of the movie if i remember correctly

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nicholasbertSep 27, 2014

I got tricked: I watched the trailer for it a long time ago, and for some reason I got 22 Jump Street confused with something else, obviously, and I remembered it was supposed to be good. So I started watching it without preoccupations. But,I got tricked: I watched the trailer for it a long time ago, and for some reason I got 22 Jump Street confused with something else, obviously, and I remembered it was supposed to be good. So I started watching it without preoccupations. But, after about twenty seconds, I realised it wasn't what I thought it would be.

This film is just the sum of everything I hate and the only thing it lacked for it to be a 0 was sci-fi thrown in.
I will not comment on the performances of these two actors, who actually seemed to have taken a good turn (Tatum in Side Effects and Hill in The Wolf of Wall Street), but then retreated to their usual roles.
One thing I will say, though, about the comedy. Now, I don't understand how this kind of moronic and brainless gags can actually make somebody laugh. A movie for your eyes only. Keep your brain at home, you won't need it at all - and be sure you have enough pop corn to pass the time while you're forced to hear decades-old lines.

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CheopsDec 6, 2014

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tatort Klassenzimmer mit Johnny Depp war super, 21 Jump Street hat mich enttäuscht, weil der Film einfach oberflächlich und pubertär ist. Was nun 22 Jump Street sollte, ist mir ein völliges Rätsel, denn die Story ist mit dem ersten Film fast identisch und die Darsteller liefern nichts Neues und auch nichts Besseres. Was einen Johnny Depp zur Kinolegende machte, wirkt bei Hill und Tatum nur aufgesetzt und peinlich. Es ist ein Film, den es einfach nicht geben sollte!… Expand

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BrodieCatherinaDec 9, 2014

All i can say is that you are all dumb. 22 jump street was horrible with maybe one or two funny lines in it. the rest of the movie was awkward and hard to watch. LETS BE SERIOUS! the first one was way better than the second because theAll i can say is that you are all dumb. 22 jump street was horrible with maybe one or two funny lines in it. the rest of the movie was awkward and hard to watch. LETS BE SERIOUS! the first one was way better than the second because the second one BLOWS... NIKOZGURI1997 YOUR AN IDIOT!… Expand

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manwe7Aug 22, 2014

This movie was horrible! I got up and walked out after about 45 minutes. This is what I call your Hollywood generic movie. No originality about it! I think I've seen the same movie at least 15 times with other actors and different locationsThis movie was horrible! I got up and walked out after about 45 minutes. This is what I call your Hollywood generic movie. No originality about it! I think I've seen the same movie at least 15 times with other actors and different locations but same movie that was not funny! If you want to see a good movie that I cannot believe has not made any money but DAMN GOOD and that would be Edge of Tomorrow with Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt. Now that was a good movie. Original, funny, and awesome!… Expand

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nonasteDec 23, 2014

This movie absolutely sucked. Poor script, dumb plot, weak acting. Not funny at all. I've seen a lot of cop buddy movies and this one stands out as being one of the worst. Slap stick can be funny but this sure isn't. Ice Cube carriedThis movie absolutely sucked. Poor script, dumb plot, weak acting. Not funny at all. I've seen a lot of cop buddy movies and this one stands out as being one of the worst. Slap stick can be funny but this sure isn't. Ice Cube carried what little this sorry movie had to offer and his part was far too little. Whatever team wrote this script should be fired. The director should be embarrassed to death having his name attached. Save your money… Expand

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CarrollFilmsJul 11, 2014

I went in with an open mind to this sequel...I was wrong about this movie. It had very few funny moments, but other than those few "moments" is just another movie for the brainless zombies of the max to watch.

I've noticed that mostI went in with an open mind to this sequel...I was wrong about this movie. It had very few funny moments, but other than those few "moments" is just another movie for the brainless zombies of the max to watch.

I've noticed that most people that enjoyed the film were usually 12-17 year old's. It's a movie based towards people that don't know what real comedy is.… Expand

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yanks45a1Jul 16, 2014

22 Jump Street is a "modern" comedy. Its got its male gay stuff, male oral sex, rambling plot, "generic" Black stereo types, "f" bombs going off like you are in Afganistan, which would be funnier by the way, brain numbing stupidity, and an22 Jump Street is a "modern" comedy. Its got its male gay stuff, male oral sex, rambling plot, "generic" Black stereo types, "f" bombs going off like you are in Afganistan, which would be funnier by the way, brain numbing stupidity, and an annoying sense of "why did I waste my money on this film."

The sex scene has the girl in her panties. Supposedly the main character was having sex "all night with her" and at the end no sweat or panties off. Ahmmm.

If you are 19 years old, drunk, and have an IQ of Radio, then you will like it, though my girlfriend liked it and she is a genius. That puzzles me. I recommend being high or drunk to watch this, then its funny.… Expand

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