Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

A group of babies fights a Nazi media mogul with the help of a karate-chopping man-child who’s basically a baby superhero, all while trying to avoid exploding lips and the existential dread of Jon Voight’s career choices.

🍿 Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2: Detailed Plot Synopsis

The Setup

The film centers on a group of intelligent babies: Archie, Finkleman, Alex, and Rosita, who communicate using “baby talk”. They reside at Bobbins World Daycare, owned by Stan Bobbins. Archie shares a story of Kahuna, a legendary superbaby, who battles the villainous Kane (later revealed as Bill Biscane) to protect children.

Biscane’s Evil Plan

Bill Biscane, a media mogul, plans to use his new TV channel to brainwash children using subliminal messages. Archie suspects Biscane’s sinister intentions after overhearing his cronies discussing the plan. Kahuna intervenes, rescuing Archie from Biscane’s henchmen, confirming the babies’ suspicions about Biscane’s true nature.

Superbaby Transformation

Kahuna takes the babies to his base, transforming them into “superbabies”: Brain Boy (Archie), Bounce Boy (Alex), Cupid Girl (Rosita), and Courageous Boy (Finkelman). They initially reject these alter-egos, feeling they don’t fit their personalities, prompting Kahuna to revert them to normal. As the team starts working together, they begin to accept their abilities.

Kahuna’s Origin Story

Archie learns Kahuna’s origin: Kahuna’s father was a scientist who developed a formula that transformed him into a superbaby, but trapped him in a child’s body. Kahuna’s brother, Biscane, resented their father’s favoritism. After their father’s death, Kahuna escaped the orphanage and dedicated himself to rescuing children worldwide, a vendetta Biscane vowed to put a stop to.

⚠️ Spoilers and Ending Explained

🎬 Cast & Characters

• Bill Biscane/Kane (Jon Voight): A powerful media mogul and the main antagonist, Biscane plots to control the world’s children through subliminal TV programming, driven by his envy of his brother Kahuna.
• Kahuna (Gerry Fitzgerald / Leo Fitzgerald / Myles Fitzgerald): A super-hero spy who is eternally a child due to an experiment, Kahuna dedicates his life to protecting children from Biscane’s evil schemes.
• Archie (Max Iles / Michael Iles): One of the intelligent babies who believes in Kahuna and helps to thwart Biscane’s plans, eventually becoming ‘Brain Boy’.
• Stan Bobbins (Scott Baio): The owner of the day-care center who unwittingly allows Biscane to use his facility for his nefarious television broadcast.
• Kylie (Skyler Shaye): Archie’s older cousin and Stan’s niece who aids the babies in their fight against Biscane.
• Zack (Justin Chatwin): A young man raised by Kahuna, Zack helps the babies uncover Biscane’s plans and provides assistance in their mission.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Stan Bobbins: “We’ll become the McDonalds of babies.” – Stan says this with enthusiasm, expressing his ambition to make his day care center a nationally recognized brand.
• Jean Bobbins: “Great, we’ll be known as McBaby.” – Jean replies sarcastically, expressing her lack of enthusiasm for the ‘McDonalds’ concept.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $20,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $9,219,388
• Worldwide Gross: $9,448,644

💥 Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 Reviews

Personal Review

Okay, I went in expecting something awful, but this… this was special. I honestly couldn’t stop laughing, but I don’t know if I was laughing with it or at it. The CGI is so bad it’s good, Jon Voight’s accent is a masterpiece of awfulness, and the plot is just… wow. I’m forever changed. The scene where the babies transform into superheroes is iconic in its terribleness. My brain cells committed mass suicide. Watch it with friends and prepare to suffer together!

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Families looking for light-hearted entertainment (proceed with caution)”
  • “Fans of the original ‘Baby Geniuses’ (though opinions vary)”
  • “Viewers who enjoy intentionally bad movies”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Crude humor (farts, poop jokes)”
  • “Some violence (cartoonish fight scenes)”
  • “Potentially scary or disturbing elements for very young children”

Professional Reviews

• IMDb: “This movie is an assault on the senses, a cinematic black hole that sucks in talent and spits out… well, this. Jon Voight’s accent is an insult to ears, the plot is nonsensical, and the CGI babies are nightmare fuel. Avoid at all costs, unless you’re studying ‘how not to make a movie’.
• Rotten Tomatoes: “Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 is a film so bad, it transcends awfulness and becomes almost… interesting. Almost. But no, it’s still terrible. The special effects are laughable, the acting is wooden, and the story is just… why?

Audience Reactions

The babies’ terrible CGI mouths were strangely hypnotic.: Many viewers found the movie to be hilariously bad, offering unintentional comedic value.

Jon Voight’s commitment to the role, despite the film’s quality, was weirdly admirable.: Some found the sheer absurdity of the plot and special effects entertaining in a ‘so bad it’s good’ way.

Overall Consensus: Widely regarded as one of the worst movies ever made, ‘Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2’ is a cinematic train wreck that’s unintentionally hilarious for its sheer awfulness.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Jon Voight reportedly based his character, Bill Biscane (Kane), on descriptions of Dr. Josef Mengele, a Nazi doctor known for conducting horrific experiments in concentration camps.”
• “The US DVD release is a ‘Family Edition,’ which was edited for content, specifically chapters 21 and 22, where guns were removed from the film.”

🖥️ How to Watch Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2?

Currently, ‘Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2’ is difficult to find on major streaming platforms. Check streaming services like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Tubi for potential availability. You may be able to rent or purchase the movie through digital retailers like Amazon or Google Play. Check your local library for DVD availability.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2, you might like these similar films:

• Baby Geniuses (1999): Directly precedes Superbabies, sharing the same concept of intelligent, talking babies involved in adult-like schemes.
• Spy Kids (2001): Features children as secret agents with advanced gadgets and elaborate headquarters, sharing the spy action theme with a focus on kids.
• Problem Child (1990): Emphasizes the chaos and mischief caused by a child, appealing to those who enjoy humor centered around unruly children.

🛒 Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 Related Products

• Baby Einstein Take Along Tunes Musical Toy: Unlike the babies in the film, this musical toy will actually entertain your baby, features seven classical melodies, volume control, and a baby-safe design.
• Baby Genius: Favorite Nursery Rhymes: This digital download offers hours of age-appropriate educational content, unlike the brain-melting nonsense of this film. Includes songs, stories, and activities designed to engage young minds.
• LEGO DUPLO Town Square 10997 Educational Playset: Boost your toddler’s imagination with this LEGO DUPLO Town Square. Unlike the disturbing movie set, they can build their own world of pretend play.
• Baby’s First Words – Flash Cards: Give your baby a head start in language development with these flashcards. Avoid the scrambled baby talk of the film and instead teach your child real words through fun interactive play.

🎧 Soundtrack

Superbabies: Baby Geniuses 2 features a captivating soundtrack that enhances the movie’s atmosphere and emotional impact. Here are some notable tracks:

• “Watch Your Step” – performed by Primary 5
• “Shake It Up” – performed by The Cars

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

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