Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising

Universal Pictures | Release Date: May 20, 2016

5.4	USER SCORE Mixed or average reviews based on 230 Ratings

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dc127Nov 2, 2016

This movie was about par with the first one. You have a lot of the same humor and back and forth between Seth Rogan and the sorority house that you got with the fraternity in the first one. It wasn't the best comedy I have ever seen, but IThis movie was about par with the first one. You have a lot of the same humor and back and forth between Seth Rogan and the sorority house that you got with the fraternity in the first one. It wasn't the best comedy I have ever seen, but I enjoyed it.… Expand

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3ebfan511Sep 16, 2016

One of the best comedies of the last year. If you like the original you will probably like it, as its pretty much that,but mixed with some present day social commentary (womens rights, feminism etc.) Of course, its pretty funny.

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GentM2015Jun 6, 2016

Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising is a comedy film directed by Nicholas Stoller and written by five different writers. It is the sequel to the surprisingly good and successful Neighbors that came out in 2014. This one has old and new faces on theNeighbors 2: Sorority Rising is a comedy film directed by Nicholas Stoller and written by five different writers. It is the sequel to the surprisingly good and successful Neighbors that came out in 2014. This one has old and new faces on the casting side, with returning names like Seth Rogen, Zac Efron and Rose Byrne, plus new cast members such as the amazingly talented Chloë Grace Moretz on the sorority side, with her new "sisters" that are played by Kiersey Clemons and Beanie Feldstein.
Overall I quiet enjoyed this movie, and in my opinion it is even funnier and better than the first one. The overall casting choices are perfect, and while the old cast is still incredibly funny and likable, Chloë Grace Moretz totally steals the show in my opinion. She's so darn likable and definitely delivers the perfect one-liners that are super funny. Her character is also likable and interesting at the same time. Zac Efron is also a casting choice that really impressed me on the first Neighbors, and while he was funny on that movie, in this one he just takes it to a whole new level. I pretty much have liked this guy in every movie he's been in so far in his career. He certainly has comedic talent and I hope he keeps on doing what he's doing.
Sure some of the jokes and story-lines of this movie feel like a deja-vu from the first movie, but I think that this is just a trend for comedy sequels now. Repeating the same things from the first movie is something that many other comedy sequels have done recently, like Ted 2 and 22 Jump Street. But it worked for both of them and it works for this one too.
I really liked this movie, and while it is not comedic gold or a classic, it isn't trying to be either. It is a fun and enjoyable summer movie with some great messages about friendship and family thrown in there to make the perfect balance, and in my opinion, a good comedy movie.… Expand

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coloradosnowmanMay 30, 2016

Neighbors 2 delivers on what you paid for: to be a laugh-out loud movie, and it delivers. Essentially flipping the idea of the first movie into having a sorority next door instead of a frat, this movie somehow manages to be even funnier thanNeighbors 2 delivers on what you paid for: to be a laugh-out loud movie, and it delivers. Essentially flipping the idea of the first movie into having a sorority next door instead of a frat, this movie somehow manages to be even funnier than the original.… Expand

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tropicAcesMay 21, 2016

Look, it's literally the exact same movie. Efron goes shirtless, Rogen smokes pot and Rose Byrne is as bae-able as ever. It's not laugh out loud hilarious but I had a goofy smile on my face for a majority of the runtime, and when a comedyLook, it's literally the exact same movie. Efron goes shirtless, Rogen smokes pot and Rose Byrne is as bae-able as ever. It's not laugh out loud hilarious but I had a goofy smile on my face for a majority of the runtime, and when a comedy sequel can do that it's often enough.… Expand

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LamontRaymondMay 20, 2016

An extremely funny and smart sequel that's better than the first . It really is a feminist film, but in the best possible way coming from this fan of "bro" films. When are people going to start acknowledging what a funny actor Zac Efron is?An extremely funny and smart sequel that's better than the first . It really is a feminist film, but in the best possible way coming from this fan of "bro" films. When are people going to start acknowledging what a funny actor Zac Efron is? He's great in this, and he was awesome in Dirty Grandpa - another totally under-appreciated comedy. Moretz has actually found her wheelhouse role. And the supporting actors/actresses are brilliant in this film.… Expand

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BrianMcCriticJun 4, 2016

Neighbors 2 succeeds where a lot of comedy sequels fail. It understands that while some jokes are almost certain to be repeated, you can put a twist on it they will keep it fresh. Credit goes to the writing and to Director NicholasNeighbors 2 succeeds where a lot of comedy sequels fail. It understands that while some jokes are almost certain to be repeated, you can put a twist on it they will keep it fresh. Credit goes to the writing and to Director Nicholas Stoller. This film is a lot of fun. A-… Expand

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fool0117May 20, 2016

One of the better comedy sequels. Instead of feeling like a total rehash of the first film, Neighbors 2 builds on the first film and further develops the characters. It had a ton of laugh out loud moments. I would definitely recommend.

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evster111111May 21, 2016

I don't understand the critical reception or user reviews at all. Did we see completely different movies? Better than the first in almost every way. Takes advantage of being a sequel in almost every way. Are some of the really good jokes inI don't understand the critical reception or user reviews at all. Did we see completely different movies? Better than the first in almost every way. Takes advantage of being a sequel in almost every way. Are some of the really good jokes in the trailer? Yes. Is it still worth seeing? Oh yes. Yes yes yes.… Expand

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TheQuietGamerNov 30, 2016

Rogen, Stoller, Byrne, and Efron return with a follow up to the 2014 comedy hit. Like most seemingly unnecessary comedy sequels, It's still possible to appreciate Sorority Rising, but in it's attempts to be bigger and all around better thanRogen, Stoller, Byrne, and Efron return with a follow up to the 2014 comedy hit. Like most seemingly unnecessary comedy sequels, It's still possible to appreciate Sorority Rising, but in it's attempts to be bigger and all around better than it's predecessor, it falls short because it tries too hard. There are still plenty of laughs to be had here and this is more than just the same old, same old with a gender swap.

There's actually a pretty good idea at the core of this. Not only do we get to enjoy more of Neighbors' humor, but there is a solid message of feminism running throughout (the kind we actually need!). Obviously that's going to offend the simple minded and maybe those who have been misled into believing that the crap these Youtube and other internet personalities is selling is actual feminism, and therefore are turned off by the simple mention of it.

While the message is significant to the times, I do find fault with it's presentation. Simply put, this movie is about as subtle as a sledgehammer. The message is fine, but it does sort of have a way of preaching at you every now and then. Some tact would have gone a long way and made things easier to swallow for the more close-minded out there.

Anyways, enough about the movie's agenda. The main question one should be asking themselves is if whether or not it is funny. The answer is yes, just not as funny as the first Neighbors. Like I said, it tries too hard. As a result some gags are just too over the top and cartoonish. The results are usually still amusing, but nowhere near the gut-busting level of hilarity the original's had. Sorority Rising has some heart backing things up as well. Themes of parenthood, sisterhood, and brotherhood are all important themes of the movie that remind us that at the end of the day it sucks being alone and so we need to cherish those around us.

Surprisingly the best part of the movie isn't the back and forth antics/power struggle Rogen and Byrne have with their neighbors. It's watching Efron's "Teddy" find himself and come to terms with growing up. I've said it once and I'll say it again, Efron is an underappreciated comedic talent. He brings a lot of the movie's biggest laughs and sweetest moments. I'd be up for watching a spin-off with just him.

Overall Sorority Rising is about what you would expect from a comedy sequel. The characters return and we get to relive the original's humor with new antics. However, it's not as fresh or funny this time around. A solid message and some new jokes do still make it watchable though. So if you were a fan of the original you should still like this one, because at the end of the day it's just funny to watch the young and stupid battle the old and stupid.… Expand

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bfoore90Oct 13, 2016

Doesn't quite come away with the same amount of laughs or originality that came from the first one but at face value, Neighbors 2 does exactly what it sets out to do. The charm of the first movie is still ever present in Seth Rogan, RoseDoesn't quite come away with the same amount of laughs or originality that came from the first one but at face value, Neighbors 2 does exactly what it sets out to do. The charm of the first movie is still ever present in Seth Rogan, Rose Byrne and Zac Efron but the movie ultimately fumbles on itself trying to do too much by heavily relying on outdated gags and nods that made the original what it was. What also hurt the movie in my opinion was that it felt like some sort of vehicle for Chloe Grace Moretz to further her career as an adult, but her acting instead comes off as forced, annoying and needless as a antagonist when compared to Teddy from the first one.… Expand

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MadMaxFuryRoadMay 22, 2016

Well, it's no better or worse than the original Neighbors. Neighbors 2 is basically the same plot, humor, and crude film as the original. Except this time, it's got girls. Lots of girls. Neighbors 2 feels like its feminist and it really has aWell, it's no better or worse than the original Neighbors. Neighbors 2 is basically the same plot, humor, and crude film as the original. Except this time, it's got girls. Lots of girls. Neighbors 2 feels like its feminist and it really has a ton of girls. It's got a couple of jokes and it is slightly entertaining, but I think overall it's the same thing, just with girls. (71/100)… Expand

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moothemagiccowMay 26, 2016

As a dumb popcorn comedy, it works way better than the first. This is odd, because it's not a stupid movie. It's feminist and progressive while poking fun at the movements. This makes it a hell of a lot funnier than the series of prank gagsAs a dumb popcorn comedy, it works way better than the first. This is odd, because it's not a stupid movie. It's feminist and progressive while poking fun at the movements. This makes it a hell of a lot funnier than the series of prank gags and awkward moments that comprised the first movie. Rather than going the easy route and focusing on "hot drunk sorority girls," it gives the women personalities and motivations beyond looking great for the male viewers, including gags and discussions that are instant turn-offs but make for great laughs while humanizing the characters.… Expand

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themovieguy123May 25, 2016

loved the first one and this one isn't that bad. The funniest jokes were in the trailer but there was still some funny ones. Even though most of the cast are girls i don't think think this effected the film that much as i thought they had theloved the first one and this one isn't that bad. The funniest jokes were in the trailer but there was still some funny ones. Even though most of the cast are girls i don't think think this effected the film that much as i thought they had the share of the best jokes.… Expand

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DanteCarterDC32Jun 13, 2016

Not quite as good as the first one, but still a great movie! I laughed many times while watching this film and highly recommend it to anyone who likes comedy movies!

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