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Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous

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Gracie Hart (Sandra Bullock) was never thrilled to have to go undercover as a competitor in a beauty pageant. Now Gracie, who works for the FBI, is dealing with some very public attention thanks to her waltz down the runway. Her overnight celebrity does not impress her new partner, Sam Fuller (Regina King). But the pair has to put aside their differences when one of Gracie's former beauty queen pals, Cheryl Frasier (Heather Burns), turns up missing, and the FBI is put on the case.
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Critics Consensus

Sandra Bullock is still as appealing as ever; too bad the movie is not pageant material.

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Nell Minow Common Sense Media 12/26/2010
3/5
Silly but mildly entertaining farce. Go to Full Review
Sara Michelle Fetters MovieFreak.com 04/02/2005
1.5/4
Whether back in her ill-fitting suit, sunglasses and sensible shoes or strutting around in a showgirl outfit so canary yellow you'd swear she was Big Bird, Bullock is wonderful, illuminating [things] with superstar sass singularly her own. Go to Full Review
Richard Roeper Ebert & Roeper 03/28/2005
This, to me, is a classic example of a sequel that was just made because the first one made money. I didn't even like the first one. Go to Full Review
David Nusair Reel Film Reviews 02/04/2023
2/4
...an often excessively meandering sequel that fares best in its fun and briskly-paced opening stretch... Go to Full Review
Robin Holabird Robin Holabird 08/11/2021
C
Bullock's skilled comic timing makes the movie watchable, with the expressive Regina King generating her own laughs. Go to Full Review
Leigh Paatsch Herald Sun (Australia) 09/11/2020
2/5
The storyline goes from playfully silly to seriously stupid. And the occasional laugh becomes a regular groan. Go to Full Review
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Harriet G 4d I can't believe that this movie has such low ratings. I adore it and it's great to watch if you have had a bad day. I prefer it to the first one although that one is also good. But I love Regina King. She and Sandra Bullock are hilarious together. How can people not laugh when Regina King is pretending to be Tina Turner and Sandra Bullock says, "I still don't understand why I can't be Tina." when they're driving the car and her big pink feather plume is coming out of the sunroof-LOL. I love when Regina King says something about Sandra Bullock acting the way she did because a guy broke up with her and she says, "you just beat them up and move on." It's also hilarious when Regina King says, "men. You can't live with them and you can't... no that's about it."I LMAO when they walk out of the gas station and Sandra Bullock is back in her usual FBI clothing and they play "fire" by the Ohio Players. Sandra Bullock pretending to be Jewish in the nursing home is also uproarious. See more Lanfranco C @Lanfrancobz Nov 23 An honest sequal to enjoy a couple of hours See more TheMovieSearch R @TheMovieSearch Sep 22 Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous attempts to recapture the charm and excitement of the original film, but it feels like it takes a slight step backward. While the first movie was a near-perfect blend of comedy, action, and heartfelt character moments, the sequel struggles at times to find that same rhythm. Nevertheless, it remains an enjoyable and entertaining watch, thanks largely to Sandra Bullock’s irresistible performance as the ever-awkward, yet undeniably charismatic, Gracie Hart. One of the film’s main challenges lies in its pacing and storytelling. At moments, the direction feels a bit scattered, which can create tension—but not always in the intended way. Some scenes seem rushed, while others linger unnecessarily, leaving the audience slightly unsure about the motivations driving the plot. The script occasionally falters in providing clear cause-and-effect for certain story beats, which makes it harder to stay fully invested in the narrative. Unlike the first movie, where the comedy built organically alongside Gracie’s undercover exploits, this sequel sometimes struggles to sustain that momentum. Despite these flaws, there is still plenty to enjoy. Sandra Bullock carries the film with her signature blend of humor, charm, and heart, ensuring that Gracie Hart remains a character audiences root for. The addition of new supporting characters brings fresh energy and interesting dynamics to the story, creating moments of camaraderie that are both fun and engaging. These interactions, paired with clever comedic setups, help the film maintain a lively, entertaining tone. The action-comedy sequences are also a highlight. While not as iconic as the original’s talent show or pageant scenes, they provide amusing spectacle and inventive scenarios that keep viewers entertained. The movie doesn’t take itself too seriously, leaning into absurdity in ways that complement Bullock’s comedic timing. There’s a playfulness here that, while not always perfectly executed, adds to the film’s charm. In the end, Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous is a solid sequel, even if it doesn’t fully reach the heights of its predecessor. It may not earn the same 4½-star acclaim as the first film, but it’s creative, funny, and undeniably fun. The sequel leans more toward cult-classic status than critical darling, but for fans of Sandra Bullock, lighthearted comedy, or the quirky world of Gracie Hart, it’s well worth a watch. It may not be perfect, but it delivers enough laughs, charm, and entertaining moments to make it a satisfying follow-up. See more thiago s @Thiagostone Jan 22 Filme mais ou menos, o roteiro é mais ou menos, um história fraca para a polícial gracie hart e tem uma ajuda da Sam fuller que quase não atribui nada no filme, um história de sequestro de um filme qualquer. See more Fountain B 09/11/2024 Thank you Sandra Bullock for a film well made, fun, action and lovely costumes! See more KalniTah 01/16/2024 Depois do primeiro filme Sandra Bullock traz de volta Gracie em uma missão em Las Vegas... Com risada e perigos , garante risadas e uma noite perfeita para quem assistir See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis Gracie Hart (Sandra Bullock) was never thrilled to have to go undercover as a competitor in a beauty pageant. Now Gracie, who works for the FBI, is dealing with some very public attention thanks to her waltz down the runway. Her overnight celebrity does not impress her new partner, Sam Fuller (Regina King). But the pair has to put aside their differences when one of Gracie's former beauty queen pals, Cheryl Frasier (Heather Burns), turns up missing, and the FBI is put on the case.
Director
John Pasquin
Producer
Sandra Bullock, Marc Lawrence
Screenwriter
Marc Lawrence
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Fortis Films
Rating
PG-13 (Sex-Related Humor)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Mar 24, 2005, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 15, 2008
Box Office (Gross USA)
$48.5M
Runtime
1h 55m
Sound Mix
Surround, Dolby SRD, DTS, SDDS
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.37:1)
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