Nobody 2: Chaotic, Hilarious, and Pure Action Bliss
Nobody 2 balances thrilling new action sequences with clever humor, rewarding both fans of the first movie and newcomers.
Written by Mariane Tremblay
Nobody 2 opens much like its predecessor — with Hutch (Bob Odenkirk) being interrogated by FBI agents in a somber room after the events — but this time, there’s a twist. Written by Derek Kolstad and Aaron Rabin and directed by Timo Tjahjanto (whose work I definitely need to explore now), Nobody 2 sticks to the winning formula while delivering more of everything: more action, more violence, more humour — and honestly, I was here for it. The needle drops are still perfect, landing exactly when you want them to, and the movie’s tight, well-paced 89 minutes never drag. Once again, Odenkirk proves he is the perfect Nobody, balancing chaotic action with deadpan humour flawlessly.
The story takes place after the events of the first movie — Hutch is back on assignment for The Barber (Colin Salmon), trying to pay off the debt he owes after destroying the Russian money. His relationship with his family feels more distant than ever — his kids are now teenagers, and they seem annoyed by everything he does (or doesn't do). Even things with his wife, Becca (Connie Nielsen), which seemed better at the end of Nobody (2021), are still complicated — the distance between them is clear and the tension is palpable.
To make amends, Hutch promises Becca he’ll plan a family vacation and put his assignments aside — a much-needed step for all of them. He decides to take his family to Plummerville, a water park he fondly remembers from his childhood, adding a touch of nostalgia to the plan. But family vacations — or really, anything — rarely go as planned when Hutch is around. Not even a day into the trip, the “Nobody” in Hutch bursts back to the surface. After Brady (Gage Munroe) gets into trouble and his daughter (Paisley Cadorath) is slapped on the back of the head, Hutch snaps, unleashing a brutal fight on the arcade staff (don't mess with this Nobody). The chaos ends with Hutch and Brady in handcuffs, leaving Becca exasperated — after all, a promise had been made.
At the police station, Hutch encounters Wyatt (John Ortiz) who claims to be “running this city,” and Abel (Colin Hanks, who kinda looks like Woody from Toy Story with his cowboy hat, which is oddly funny), the corrupt sheriff who, after Wyatt demands Hutch’s family be kicked out of Plummerville, orders his men to kill them. From this moment, what was supposed to be a fun family vacation becomes utter chaos.
After another impeccably staged fight, Hutch attempts to “de-escalate” things and get his family out of Plummerville safely. But being Hutch means losing control once again — this time by torching a hidden stash of cash and chemicals. The problem? Plummerville isn’t just any water park; it’s a key stop on a bootlegging route owned by none other than Lendina (Sharon Stone).
Stone is magnetic in Nobody 2. As Lendina, she’s a vicious, unpredictable force — equal parts charm, menace, and razor-sharp precision. Every line, every gesture carries the weight of someone who owns the room, and I found myself hanging on to every second she was on screen. So when Lendina discovers her stash is gone, she doesn’t hesitate to rally her army — because no one crosses her. But when she storms Plummerville, Hutch and his crew, including his brother Harry (RZA) and his dad (Christopher Lloyd), are ready: explosions, mines, grenades, and every weapon imaginable. The resulting showdown is pure chaos — thrilling, unhinged, and over-the-top in the best way, perfectly capturing the anarchic spirit of the movie.
And just when it feels like the movie has thrown everything at you, it unveils its best surprise: Becca. Nielsen is an absolute force here, finally given the space to shine — and she does. Her precision with a gun is jaw-dropping; I found myself wondering, "Who taught her that? How can anyone be that precise?" For a moment, I half-expected a reveal that she has a secret past as wild as Hutch’s. And then comes her entrance — set to Celine Dion’s “The Power of Love” — a moment so perfect I wanted to scream in the theatre. Becca completely shifts the Plummerville showdown, turning it into a full-on girl-power assault against Lendina. Fierce, fearless, and utterly commanding, she steals every scene she’s in (please, give us Nobody 3 with more Becca — she’s earned it).
The action is insane, the humour lands perfectly, and the pacing keeps you hooked from start to finish. Nobody 2 balances thrilling new action sequences with clever humor, rewarding both fans of the first movie and newcomers. I loved all the nods to the first movie, as well as cinematic references to classics like Kill Bill — katana fights, heads being chopped off, and that crazy blonde woman whistling, which adds a perfect layer of fun and chaos. Tight, chaotic, hilarious, and exhilarating, Nobody 2 is exactly the over-the-top ride you want it to be.
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