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Sequel to 2008’s Journey to the Center of the Earth, swapping out Brendan Fraser for Dwayne Johnson as the new lead.
Young...
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).
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45 %131 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
59 %212,756 reviewsAudience score rating
13+Age suitabilityChildren & Media rating
"A fun though rarely funny family adventure."
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Variety
Variety"A likeable film that speeds along with a happy rush and is filled with grandiose, imaginative ideas."
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Urban Cinefile
Urban Cinefile"Enjoyable enough as eye-poking spectacle."
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Total Film
Total Film"Thoroughly daft and entertaining."
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The Guardian
The Guardian"Resembles King Kong written by Enid Blyton for undemanding children."
—The Guardian
The Guardian"The barrage of impressive special effects and gratuitous use of 3D mean it's a rollicking ride."
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New Zealand Herald
New Zealand Herald"One can't help feeling the creative potential of Verne's vision is wasted."
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Hollywood Reporter
Hollywood Reporter"Massively throwaway, but funnier and more likable than the first entry."
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Empire Magazine
Empire Magazine"An excuse for outlandish special effects."
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Daily Mail
Daily MailJourney 2: The Mysterious Island | Details
- Rating
- PG,
- Runtime
- 94
- Genre
- Adventure, Kids & Family
- Country of origin
- USA
