Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A fat scientist tries to marry Janet Jackson while battling his evil alter ego, his entire family (all played by the same guy), and a giant hamster, all because of a youth serum, making this less about science and more about stretchy pants.

🍿 Nutty Professor II: The Klumps: Detailed Plot Synopsis

Sherman’s New Life and Buddy’s Return

Dr. Sherman Klump is now engaged to Denise Gaines, his colleague and love interest. He’s dedicated to his scientific pursuits but still haunted by the mischievous alter ego, Buddy Love, who emerges at inopportune times, jeopardizing his career and relationship. Sherman seeks a permanent solution to eradicate Buddy’s influence from his life.

Extracting Buddy’s DNA

With Denise’s help, Sherman attempts to extract Buddy Love’s DNA from his system. The extraction process unexpectedly gives Buddy Love a physical form, allowing him to exist independently. This freedom empowers Buddy to pursue his own agenda, which includes claiming credit for Sherman’s groundbreaking research on youth serum.

The Youth Serum and its Consequences

Sherman develops a revolutionary youth serum that captures the attention of Wellman College and a major pharmaceutical company. However, Buddy Love tries to steal the serum, leading to a series of chaotic events. Sherman hides the serum in his family’s home, sparking a wild and comical chase as Buddy attempts to retrieve it while dealing with the Klump family.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Sherman Klump (Eddie Murphy): A kind but overweight scientist struggling to control his mischievous alter ego and win the heart of Denise.
• Buddy Love (Eddie Murphy): Sherman Klump’s charismatic yet villainous alter ego, who seeks to control the youth serum and live independently.
• Denise Gaines (Janet Jackson): Sherman’s intelligent and compassionate colleague and fiancée, who supports him through his struggles.
• Dean Richmond (Larry Miller): The obnoxious and antagonistic dean of the university, who constantly belittles Sherman and seeks to profit from his work.
• Mama Klump (Eddie Murphy): Sherman’s loving and supportive mother, part of the boisterous Klump family.
• Papa Klump (Eddie Murphy): Sherman’s opinionated father and head of the Klump family
• Granny Klump (Eddie Murphy): Sherman’s overly sexual grandmother who adds crude humor.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Buddy Love: “I’m ba-a-a-ack!” – Buddy Love’s signature phrase upon re-emerging, signaling trouble and chaos.
• Granny Klump: “Viagra don’t work on me no more! Been takin’ ’em like M&Ms!” – Granny Klump’s outrageous line, highlighting her over-the-top, sexually aggressive personality.
• Dean Richmond: “Deals come and go. Wellman will always be Wellman. But you know what bothers me? I walking down the street and this 8-year old boy says, Look Mommy, there’s the Hamster’s BITCH!” – After the giant hamster scene, Dean Richmond expresses his humiliation.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $84,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $123,309,890
• Worldwide Gross: $166,339,890

💥 Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Reviews

Personal Review

I remember watching ‘Nutty Professor II’ as a kid and thinking it was hilarious, especially the Klump family dinner scenes. Rewatching it now, some of the humor feels a bit dated and over-the-top. Still, Eddie Murphy’s commitment to the characters is impressive, and there are definitely some laugh-out-loud moments. The giant hamster scene is as ridiculous as I remember! It’s not a cinematic masterpiece, but it definitely provides some nostalgic, silly entertainment. The over-reliance on gross-out jokes wore thin after a while. Some scenes are genuinely funny because of the family dynamic, but others feel like they are just trying too hard. Janet Jackson’s character felt a bit bland; I wish they had given her more to do. Overall, it’s a fun, mindless comedy that doesn’t take itself too seriously.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of Eddie Murphy’s comedic performances”
  • “Viewers who enjoy slapstick and physical comedy”
  • “Those looking for lighthearted, silly entertainment”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor and toilet humor”
  • “Sexual innuendo and suggestive content”
  • “Some potentially offensive stereotypes”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “Despite Eddie Murphy’s energetic performance and the impressive makeup effects, ‘Nutty Professor II’ relies too heavily on crude humor and a weak storyline. The attempts at gross-out gags feel forced and detract from any genuine comedic moments. The film doesn’t quite capture the charm of the first movie.
• IMDB: “‘The Klumps’ suffers from a reliance on repetitive humor, especially bathroom jokes. While Eddie Murphy’s performance is technically impressive, the film lacks the wit and heart of its predecessor. The plot is thin and tries to make up for it with raunchy comedy that ultimately falls flat.
• Metacritic: “This sequel lacks the sharp wit and character development of the original. Eddie Murphy’s multiple roles are impressive but can’t save the film from its over-reliance on cheap laughs and a predictable storyline. Janet Jackson’s presence adds little to the overall experience.

Audience Reactions

The Klump family dinner scenes are still iconic and hilarious.: Eddie Murphy’s multiple roles and the makeup are impressive, even if the jokes miss the mark sometimes.

The film is a decent sequel, with plenty of over-the-top moments.: While flawed, ‘The Klumps’ offers a fun escape for fans of the original and Eddie Murphy’s comedic style.

Overall Consensus: Despite Eddie Murphy’s impressive performance and makeup, ‘Nutty Professor II’ is often criticized for its reliance on crude humor and weak plot, failing to capture the charm of the original.

Awards

1. Blockbuster Entertainment Award (Favorite Comedy Team (Eddie Murphy))- 2001
2. Teen Choice Award (Choice Hissy Fit (Eddie Murphy))- 2000

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Rick Baker won the Academy Award for Best Makeup for his work on both ‘The Nutty Professor’ (1996) and ‘Nutty Professor II: The Klumps’.”
• “To play multiple members of the Klump family, Eddie Murphy spent hours in the makeup chair each day. The makeup team had to create prosthetics and costumes that would allow him to convincingly portray each character.”
• “The scene where Dean Richmond is attacked by the giant hamster required complex visual effects and practical puppetry to bring the enormous rodent to life.”

🖥️ How to Watch Nutty Professor II: The Klumps?

Nutty Professor II: The Klumps is available for purchase or rental on various platforms such as Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, and Vudu. Check your preferred streaming service for availability, as it may also be included with subscription plans or offered as a limited-time rental. You can also search Amazon.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Nutty Professor II: The Klumps, you might like these similar films:

• The Nutty Professor (1996): Direct sequel to the original film. It continues the story of Sherman Klump and his alter ego, Buddy Love.
• Coming to America (1988): Another Eddie Murphy comedy where he plays multiple characters, showcasing his versatility and comedic talent.
• Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999): Similar broad humor and over-the-top characters, appealing to fans of slapstick and outrageous comedy.

🛒 Nutty Professor II: The Klumps Related Products

• The Nutty Professor (1996) [Blu-ray]: Relive the comedy that started it all! This blu-ray includes the first movie with Eddie Murphy in a breakthrough role. See how Sherman Klump came to be.
• Eddie Murphy: Raw [DVD]: Experience Eddie Murphy’s uncensored stand-up comedy. This is a great way to enjoy Eddie Murphy at his best.
• Rick Baker: Metamorphosis [Book]: Explore the makeup artistry of Rick Baker, responsible for the incredible transformations in ‘The Nutty Professor’ movies. This book showcases his remarkable career and provides behind-the-scenes insights into his techniques.
• Hamster Plush Toy: A cuddly hamster plush toy, inspired by the infamous giant hamster scene. A fun way to remember an unforgettable scene.

🎧 Soundtrack

Nutty Professor II: The Klumps features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Doesn’t Really Matter” – performed by Janet Jackson
• “Thong Song” – performed by Sisqo
• “Just the Two of Us” – performed by Bill Withers

You can find the complete soundtrack on Amazon Music and Apple Music.

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🔥 Bonus Content

BEST EDDIE MURPHY BLOOPERS COMPILATION (Beverly Hills Cop, Life, Nutty Professor, You People)

Ever wonder what it’s like on set with Eddie Murphy? This blooper reel from ‘The Nutty Professor II’ and other classics shows his hilarious side and the fun they have filming. Trust me, it’s a good laugh!

Nutty Professor Table Scene by Wattshomiequan

Remember the iconic Klump family dinner scene? This guy recreates it all by himself, playing every character! It’s a pretty impressive and funny tribute to the movie, you’ve gotta see it.

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