Sharknado 2: The Second One
  • Network: SyFy
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 30, 2014
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Mixed or average reviews- based on 53 Ratings

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  1. EpicLadySponge
    Jun 14, 2016
    3
    Arguably better than the first one people say. I say how is a TV movie franchise like this still going? Bet all my money for a fifth one if they won't stop. Sharknado 2: The Second One manages to kill all the fun and turn them into stereotypic clichés.
  2. GamecubeLover
    Aug 1, 2016
    8
    Sharknado 2 is my favorite cause it is probably the most not cheap one in the series cause the special effects are okay and the kill scenes are okay too.
  3. jonnx
    Apr 22, 2016
    8
    you want some fun? get few friends, open some beers and watch sharknado movies. it is EPIC

    yes it **** so what? it is fun

    we cant wait for sharknado 4 to watch on netflix.
  4. mrmonster
    Aug 1, 2014
    9
    Yes, the movie is bad, but it's the new funny bad that makes it fun to watch. Some of SYFY's other b movies are just too bad to enjoy, but Sharknado 2 captures everything we secretly love: cheesy lines, awesomely unrealistic shots, and the tons of celebrity cameos you won't want to miss.
  5. TheQuietGamer
    Jul 30, 2014
    6
    Bigger and dumber than it's predecessor, but arguably better. With a larger budget, tons of great cameos from D-list actors, and a lot of super cheesy memorable moments, it's definitely crazier than the first. Aside from a much slower start it's about on the same quality as the first. There's a larger focus on goofy humor and over the top action, which definitely proves they were trying toBigger and dumber than it's predecessor, but arguably better. With a larger budget, tons of great cameos from D-list actors, and a lot of super cheesy memorable moments, it's definitely crazier than the first. Aside from a much slower start it's about on the same quality as the first. There's a larger focus on goofy humor and over the top action, which definitely proves they were trying to one up the first Sharknado in the absurdity department. Truth be told it's another one that has to be seen in order to be believed. If you liked the first Sharknado you'll like this one for the same reasons. Same goes for those that hated the first. I give it a 6.8/10.… Expand
  6. Mikethewolf
    Jul 30, 2014
    8
    So insanely bad and campy its amazing!!! Right from the start from the way Tara signs the book to make an autograph , in the middle of one of the pages you can tell its just all one big don't take yourself too serious spoof! And its nails like a million different stereotypes and over the top one lines from action movies and all sorts of NYC/NJ stereotypes too. A movie that is so bad itSo insanely bad and campy its amazing!!! Right from the start from the way Tara signs the book to make an autograph , in the middle of one of the pages you can tell its just all one big don't take yourself too serious spoof! And its nails like a million different stereotypes and over the top one lines from action movies and all sorts of NYC/NJ stereotypes too. A movie that is so bad it makes it all the way back around to being good… Expand
  7. BogKid
    Aug 2, 2014
    7
    I'm not sure you can watch Sharknado Two all of the way through in one sitting. The ridiculous quadrant of your brain needs a rest now and then. But then, you are drawn back to see what stupid, impossible thing is going to happen next. It is what it is -- he second one. The makers of this TV movie are clearly working with a very large tongue stuck in a capacious cheek. Enjoy it orI'm not sure you can watch Sharknado Two all of the way through in one sitting. The ridiculous quadrant of your brain needs a rest now and then. But then, you are drawn back to see what stupid, impossible thing is going to happen next. It is what it is -- he second one. The makers of this TV movie are clearly working with a very large tongue stuck in a capacious cheek. Enjoy it or hate it. It may say more about your personality than extensive psychological testing.… Expand
  8. The5Points
    Aug 2, 2014
    4
    Sharknado 2, like its predecessor is a bad movie that is meant to be bad. Its sole purpose is to be mocked. Within the first five minutes, there's already a ridiculous mid-flight action sequence that tops most of the first movie. Following right after that this movie is crammed with celebrity cameos who star factor faded long ago, including lazy acting, in-your-face product placement,Sharknado 2, like its predecessor is a bad movie that is meant to be bad. Its sole purpose is to be mocked. Within the first five minutes, there's already a ridiculous mid-flight action sequence that tops most of the first movie. Following right after that this movie is crammed with celebrity cameos who star factor faded long ago, including lazy acting, in-your-face product placement, absurd stunts and horrid special effects,.But that's part of the glory.… Expand
  9. AGarcia732
    Aug 2, 2014
    8
    Honestly, this is a pretty fun movie. It's not COMPLETELY unwatchable, or TOTALLY sh#tty. It definitely has its flaws--there isn't much character development; the movie has a too simple and unrealistic plot; the film has too many cheesy lines (“This is the Big Apple! When something bites us, we bite back!”); ans the movie has many cliche characters and crazy (but cool) shots within its 1Honestly, this is a pretty fun movie. It's not COMPLETELY unwatchable, or TOTALLY sh#tty. It definitely has its flaws--there isn't much character development; the movie has a too simple and unrealistic plot; the film has too many cheesy lines (“This is the Big Apple! When something bites us, we bite back!”); ans the movie has many cliche characters and crazy (but cool) shots within its 1 hour and 25 minutes of running time. The CGI is a bit dodgy at times; there are many abusrd moments, plot holes, and mistakes (for ex., people are still at work even though there are sharknadoes all over NY, unsharpened swords can easily cut through sharks, sharknadoes are possible, homemade bombs stop tornadoes bombs can be made with materials from your local Home Depot, etc); the film advances too quickly from scene to scene and the movie's pace is too quick, etc.

    But for a film made by Syfy and The Asylum, it isn't a complete mess. The cameos from lots of TV news anchors and talk show hosts help make you smile at the film's attempt to have a more realistic feel. I think that if the film actually tried to feel good, it wouldn’t be as preposterous, ridiculous, fun, and funny as it actually is. The film is supposed to be “bad”—but that doesn’t mean it can’t be an enjoyable experience. Eat some buttery popcorn, grab a beer, get your needle syringe, smoke a pack of cigarettes (or…other substances)…whatever you need to do to make the film a more enjoyable experience.

    If you like stupid B-movies like this, and if you enjoyed the first Sharknado, you’ll enjoy this. If it’s the opposite for you, then you still won’t like this movie. Also—for better or worse—there will be a Sharknado 3 premiering in 2015 on Syfy. (What’s your reaction: Ha! Ugh. LOL! WTF? Are you f%cking kidding me?)

    If you liked this review, read my other ones on movies, TV shows, and videogames. I have reviewed the 2014 films Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, Transformers: Age of Extinction, Edge of Tomorrow, X-Men Days of Future Past, Godzilla, Blended, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit, The Lego Movie, and more. I am actually still trying to find time for other film reviews, such as Robocop, Non-Stop, Divergent, Need for Speed, The Monuments Men, etc. I also review TV shows, such as: Fox's Sleepy Hollow, ABC's Marvel's Agents of SHIELD, CW's The 100, Fox's I Wanna Marry Harry, NBC's Crisis, Fox's Gang Related, TNT’s The Last Ship--and more.

    Good bye! Sincerely, AG732    … Expand
  10. HaithamB
    Aug 10, 2014
    4
    For Sharknado 2: The Second One, you obviously cannot properly criticize this movie, because it is so bad. On rate of 1 to 10, how much did you enjoy it? That is the rating system for such movies.
  11. podaddy
    Aug 4, 2014
    0
    Tried to watch alone, and sober, and couldn't feel the campiness that many are pointing as a reason to give this "movie" high marks. Maybe when I have a chance to watch drunk in the company of friends, I'll change my mind and change my rating, but for now, it gets a big fat ZERO, but it's actually worse than that.
  12. thebestoftimes
    Sep 5, 2014
    0
    Sharknado 2: the second one is the sequel to one of the worst tv of 2013 (which didn't make it on my list), this one recycles the same material that's gonna become the single worst of tube of 2014, it's an idiotic and truly, truly dreadful trashfest, about sharks turning into tornados that terrorized NYC, ain't that ridiculous, the performances are incredibly dreadful, the CGI is pathetic,Sharknado 2: the second one is the sequel to one of the worst tv of 2013 (which didn't make it on my list), this one recycles the same material that's gonna become the single worst of tube of 2014, it's an idiotic and truly, truly dreadful trashfest, about sharks turning into tornados that terrorized NYC, ain't that ridiculous, the performances are incredibly dreadful, the CGI is pathetic, the sharks look ridiculous, everything about it sucks, this is truly the worst tv of 2014, believe that.… Expand
  13. NotchFilter
    Sep 25, 2014
    2
    Trying to be campy doesn't work when you're trying to be campy.

    The classic "bad" movies did not intend to be bad, they were produced with the intent to be someone's masterpiece.

    You don't create a campy movie looking through the windshield, you notice it in the rear view mirror.
  14. doughsleyes
    Sep 26, 2014
    6
    I HATED the parts when Tigernado and Sharknado fought in Times Square... I was stupid... The MOVIE AND SHOW are both Stupid... and this review is obviously seriously real
  15. GuillermoBM
    Jan 6, 2015
    7
    Summary: Sharknado 2: The Second One is hilariously ridiculous, entertaining and it's filled with cameos; although it lacks the charm and genuineness of the first installment. 67/100 [B-]

    A freak weather system turns its deadly fury on New York City, unleashing a Sharknado on the population and its most cherished, iconic sites - and only Fin and April can save the Big Apple. "Sharknado    Summary: Sharknado 2: The Second One is hilariously ridiculous, entertaining and it's filled with cameos; although it lacks the charm and genuineness of the first installment. 67/100 [B-]

    A freak weather system turns its deadly fury on New York City, unleashing a Sharknado on the population and its most cherished, iconic sites - and only Fin and April can save the Big Apple. "Sharknado 2: The Second One" sometimes feels forced and the plot is basically the same of the first film, but it's nice to see this hilarious, likable cast again. The opening scene made me laugh so much, I loved when Fin said: "It's happening again", LOL. The first Sharknado is a TV classic for me and this second one is basically the first film, but now it sets place in New York. Anyway, the jokes are still funny and effective. It is a must see if you liked the first one.

    The acting is pleasantly bad as always and the script is brainless and easy... as always. There's a scene at the middle of the film where Fin tells a crowd of New Yorkers to prepare to fight the sharks that will fall from the sky after he destroys the tornadoes, then after his speech he cuts a shark by the half and that scene gave me chills, I don't know why. Moving on, the new characters are awful and the human drama is sometimes dull and doesn't fit with the tone of the film. On the upside, the bloody scenes are well done and enjoyable. Although it lacks the charisma of the first movie, it is still entertaining and funny, especially if you watch it with some friends. [B-]    … Expand
  16. BoogeeFilmGuy
    Jul 15, 2015
    1
    Sharknado 2 is bad. Its really bad. I personally didn't enjoy it at all. It was just made to be stupid and they sort of wanted it to be rated horribly. I don't recommend this to anyone.
  17. RickyReviews
    Feb 17, 2016
    0
    This film is pure garbage. How can people watch something this bad? The movie was created by a scamming production company known for making mockbusters. How this movie is popular still baffles me. I think I'll still with Twister or Into the Storm for tornado movies. And how the heck Judd Hirsch got into this is beyond me.

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 17
  3. Negative: 5 out of 17
  1. Hitfix
    Reviewed by: Daniel Fienberg
    Jul 31, 2014
    67
    Sharknado 2: The Second One is that kind of movie, veering more into "spoof" territory than the first one, which isn't to say that "Sharknado" was meant as high drama, but it wasn't calling attention to its absurdity in quite the same way as the sequel.
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  2. New York Post
    Reviewed by: Robert Rorke
    Jul 30, 2014
    63
    Like a lot of junk food, Sharknado might taste good while you’re eating it--but even with Cheetos you have to know when to take your hand out of the bowl.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Jul 30, 2014
    40
    Set now in New York, instead of Los Angeles, it is just more of the insane same--insaner, if anything--in a slightly nicer suit. As with John Heard, the ringer in the first installment, the picture manages to bring everyone in it down to its level. Or close enough.
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