Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
Sequel to 2008’s Journey to the Center of the Earth, swapping out Brendan Fraser for Dwayne Johnson as the new lead.
Young adventurer Sean (Josh Hutcherson, Bridge to Terabithia) partners with his new stepfather (Johnson) and stepsister (Vanessa Hudgens, High School Musical) on a mission to find his missing grandfather (Michael Caine, Harry Brown). Responding to a coded distress signal, Sean thinks his Grandad is lost on an undiscovered island of strange life forms, mountains of gold and deadly volcanoes.
Directed by Brad Peyton, a man familiar with family-friendly follow-ups (Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore).
- Director:
- Brad Peyton ('Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore')
- Writer:
- Brian GunnMark Gunn
- Cast:
- Dwayne JohnsonJosh HutchersonVanessa HudgensMichael CaineLuis GuzmánKristin Davis
Reviews & comments
Urban Cinefile
pressA likeable film that speeds along with a happy rush and is filled with grandiose, imaginative ideas.
New Zealand Herald
pressThe barrage of impressive special effects and gratuitous use of 3D mean it's a rollicking ride.
Hollywood Reporter
pressOne can't help feeling the creative potential of Verne's vision is wasted.
Empire Magazine
pressMassively throwaway, but funnier and more likable than the first entry.
Urban Cinefile
pressA likeable film that speeds along with a happy rush and is filled with grandiose, imaginative ideas.
New Zealand Herald
pressThe barrage of impressive special effects and gratuitous use of 3D mean it's a rollicking ride.
Hollywood Reporter
pressOne can't help feeling the creative potential of Verne's vision is wasted.
Empire Magazine
pressMassively throwaway, but funnier and more likable than the first entry.
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