Horrible Bosses 2 Synopsis & Review: Plot Summary

🎯 Quick Overview

😅 Plot Summary – Badly Explained

Three lovable goofballs invent a shower head, get swindled, and then try kidnapping, only to be outsmarted by everyone, including themselves.

🍿 Horrible Bosses 2: Detailed Plot Synopsis

From Employees to Entrepreneurs

Nick, Dale, and Kurt, tired of their horrible bosses, decide to start their own business. They invent the ‘Shower Buddy,’ a shower head with built-in shampoo and soap dispensers. They pitch their idea, hoping to secure a large order to get their company off the ground.

A Deal Gone Wrong

The trio meets Bert Hanson, a wealthy businessman, and his son, Rex. Hanson promises to buy a large quantity of Shower Buddies, leading Nick, Dale, and Kurt to take out a significant loan and begin production. However, Hanson abruptly cancels the deal, leaving them deeply in debt.

Kidnapping Scheme

Desperate to recoup their losses, Nick, Dale, and Kurt hatch a plan to kidnap Rex Hanson and demand ransom from Bert. They seek advice from Dean ‘MF’ Jones, who provides questionable guidance on kidnapping. Their ineptitude and poor planning immediately lead to complications.

Twists and Turns

The kidnapping plot takes unexpected turns when Rex reveals he despises his father and wants in on the scheme. He proposes increasing the ransom and staging the kidnapping to extract more money from Bert. The trio reluctantly agrees, leading to a series of chaotic events and run-ins with the police.

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🎬 Cast & Characters

• Nick Hendricks (Jason Bateman): Nick is the relatively sensible and level-headed member of the trio, often trying to keep Kurt and Dale in check as they embark on their ill-conceived business venture and kidnapping scheme.
• Kurt Buckman (Jason Sudeikis): Kurt is the womanizing and often impulsive member of the group, bringing a raunchy and often inappropriate perspective to their entrepreneurial endeavors and criminal activities.
• Dale Arbus (Charlie Day): Dale is the overly anxious and easily panicked member of the trio, providing much of the slapstick humor and escalating the chaos in their plans.
• Rex Hanson (Chris Pine): Rex is the deceptive and entitled son of a wealthy investor, who manipulates Nick, Kurt, and Dale for his own selfish gain.
• Bert Hanson (Christoph Waltz): Bert is a ruthless and cunning businessman who swindles Nick, Kurt, and Dale out of their business, setting the kidnapping plot in motion.
• Dean “MF” Jones (Jamie Foxx): Dean, also known as ‘Motherf**ker Jones,’ is the trio’s street-wise consultant who is hired for his criminal expertise.
• Dr. Julia Harris, D.D.S. (Jennifer Aniston): Julia, Dale’s former boss, is a sexually aggressive dentist who causes more trouble for the trio.

💬 Memorable Quotes

• Dave Harken: “Hello Nick, guy who saved my life, guy who fucked my wife.” – Dave Harken greets Nick, Dale, and Kurt in prison, referencing events from the first movie.
• Dean “MF” Jones: “Sometimes the best way to get something done is to lie right to someone’s face.” – MF Jones gives advice on how to successfully pull off a kidnapping.
• Rex Hanson: “I’m a Hanson, we don’t get kidnapped, we do the kidnapping.” – Rex expresses his disbelief at being kidnapped, highlighting his privileged background.

💰Box Office

• Budget: $42,000,000
• Domestic Gross: $54,445,357
• Worldwide Gross: $107,645,357

💥 Horrible Bosses 2 Reviews

Personal Review

I have to admit, I was hoping for more after loving the first Horrible Bosses. While this sequel had some laugh-out-loud moments (mostly thanks to Charlie Day), it didn’t quite capture the same magic. The kidnapping plot felt a bit forced, and the humor leaned a little too much on slapstick at times. Still, it’s a fun, easy watch if you’re in the mood for something silly and don’t take it too seriously. The actors really commit, and that makes it enjoyable.

• Who would enjoy:
  • “Fans of the original ‘Horrible Bosses'”
  • “Those who enjoy raunchy, slapstick comedies”
  • “Viewers who appreciate the comedic chemistry of Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, and Charlie Day”
• Content warnings ⚠:
  • “Strong language”
  • “Crude humor”
  • “Sexual content”
  • “Drug use”
  • “Violence”

Professional Reviews

• Rotten Tomatoes: “While the cast is game, Horrible Bosses 2 mostly feels like a retread, lacking the original’s spark and failing to deliver consistently funny moments. The chemistry between the leads remains, but the plot struggles to find new territory, leading to diminishing returns.
• IMDB: “Horrible Bosses 2 delivers some laughs, thanks to the strong comedic chemistry between Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis, and Charlie Day. While the plot feels a bit contrived, the supporting cast, including Jennifer Aniston and Jamie Foxx, adds to the fun. However, it doesn’t quite reach the heights of the original.

Audience Reactions

Charlie Day steals the show with his over-the-top antics and squeaky voice.: The comedic chemistry between Bateman, Sudeikis, and Day is still strong and provides many funny moments.

Jennifer Aniston’s raunchy and unhinged character is a highlight.: The return of familiar faces, like Jamie Foxx and Kevin Spacey, adds to the overall enjoyment of the film.

Overall Consensus: Horrible Bosses 2 is a decent comedy sequel with some funny moments, but it doesn’t quite live up to the original due to a weaker plot and over-reliance on slapstick.

Awards

🛠️ Behind the Scenes

• “Jason Sudeikis stated in an interview that they wanted to put a gag in the film where characters from The Hangover movies would come in, but they decided against it because it would take the audience out of the movie.”
• “Just like the first movie, outtakes and bloopers are shown at the beginning of the closing credits.”

🖥️ How to Watch Horrible Bosses 2?

Horrible Bosses 2 is available for streaming and purchase on various platforms. You can find it on services like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play Movies. Check your local listings for cable on-demand options. Digital purchase unlocks access across devices, while rental offers a limited viewing window.

🎥 Similar Movies

If you enjoyed Horrible Bosses 2, you might like these similar films:

• Horrible Bosses (2011): Direct sequel in the same franchise, continuing the story and humor of the original.
• We’re the Millers (2013): A group of misfits band together and end up in a harebrained scheme, similar to the trio’s kidnapping plan.
• The Hangover (2009): Features a group of friends getting into increasingly absurd and chaotic situations.
• Office Space (1999): Deals with workplace frustrations and dark comedic elements, with employees fighting back against their superiors.

🛒 Horrible Bosses 2 Related Products

• Horrible Bosses & Horrible Bosses 2 – 2-Movie Collection (Blu-ray): Get the complete Horrible Bosses experience with this 2-movie collection. Relive the hilarious antics and enjoy the outrageous humor of both films in high definition. Perfect for a movie night with friends!
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• Shower Buddy (Inspired by Horrible Bosses 2): Inspired by the movie’s hilarious invention, this novelty shower head features built-in compartments for shampoo and body wash. Bring a touch of comedy to your daily routine. Easy to install and fun to use.

🎧 Soundtrack

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

• “Police On My Back” – performed by The Clash
• “Can’t Hold Us” – performed by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
• “Roar” – performed by Katy Perry

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

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🔥 Bonus Content

Jennifer Aniston’s Deleted Sex Scene | CONAN on TBS

Jennifer Aniston hilariously recounts why a sex scene with Charlie Day was cut from ‘Horrible Bosses 2’. You definitely don’t want to miss this!

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Keegan-Michael Key and Jason Bateman have a hilarious exchange in this short clip from ‘Horrible Bosses 2’, you won’t believe what they say!

BEST JENNIFER ANISTON BLOOPERS from 18 MOVIES (Murder Mystery, Horrible Bosses, Friends, Break-Up)

Watch Jennifer Aniston crack up on set in this hilarious blooper reel featuring outtakes from ‘Horrible Bosses 2’ and many more of her films.

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