The Wandering Earth II

Released Jan 22, 2023

2 hr. 53 min.

Sci-Fi

Action

Adventure

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22 Reviews

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In the near future, after learning that the sun is rapidly burning out and will obliterate Earth in the process, humans build enormous engines to propel the planet to a new solar system, far out of reach of the sun's fiery flares. However, the journey out into the universe is perilous, and humankind's last shot at survival will depend on a group of young people brave enough to step up and execute a dangerous, life-or-death operation to save the earth.

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Critics Consensus

The Wandering Earth II's spectacular visuals and brisk pace are more than enough to make up for its lengthy runtime and nationalistic subtext.

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Audience Consensus

The Wandering Earth II is a nearly flawless achievement in epic sci-fi filmmaking.

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Max

This movie totally exceeded all my expectations! The worldview here is nothing short of epic. I also like the part where humanity unite to survive the global disaster. There's no superhero or chosen one, just ordinary people doing great deeds and achieve greatness together! After watching this, I find it hard for me to go back and enjoy the other more "conventional" sci-fi works like Avatar or Avengers. Looking forward to the 3rd film of the Wandering Earth!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/24/23

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Sisley

It’s really awesome! Astonishing visual and story ❤️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/20/23

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Jingwen C

This is a milestone of Sci-Fi movie. This is a milestone of Sci-Fi movie. This is a milestone of Sci-Fi movie!!!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/16/23

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First L

The Starting Point of Chinese Science Fiction Movies

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/16/23

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Carly

The story is very touching.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/12/23

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Fan

Chinese SciFi is catching up!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

02/12/23

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Frant Gwo

Director

Andy Lau

Actor

Jing Wu

Liu Peiqiang

Xuejian Li

Actor

Yi Sha

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Li Ning

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Simon Abrams

RogerEbert.com

A sturdy prequel.

Rated: 3/4

Jan 25, 2023

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Brandon Yu

New York Times

Losing all of the glee of its predecessor, the movie... offers nearly three hours of convoluted story lines, undercooked themes and a tangle of confused, glaringly state-approved political subtext.

Jan 23, 2023

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Matthew Monagle

Austin Chronicle

It is this combination of maximalism, nationalism, fatalism, and two-dimensional characterization that makes this one of the most enjoyable current franchises.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jan 19, 2023

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Douglas Davidson

Elements of Madness

... doesn’t work as an engaging prequel because it jumps between extended bouts of exposition to establish concepts, action sequences, and character moments that only folks who have seen the first film will really appreciate.

Rated: 3/5

Dec 19, 2023

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Frank J. Avella

Awards Daily

I did find the second half far more enjoyable than the first...I just wish director Frant Gwo and his team of screenwriters had spent as much time developing characters as they did in creating the look of the film.

Rated: B-

Dec 2, 2023

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Anthony Kao

Cinema Escapist

More nationalistic types will probably embrace the movie as a way to reinvigorate patriotic sentiments. But don’t be surprised if...

Jul 11, 2023

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Synopsis

In the near future, after learning that the sun is rapidly burning out and will obliterate Earth in the process, humans build enormous engines to propel the planet to a new solar system, far out of reach of the sun's fiery flares. However, the journey out into the universe is perilous, and humankind's last shot at survival will depend on a group of young people brave enough to step up and execute a dangerous, life-or-death operation to save the earth.

Director: Frant Gwo
Screenwriter: Yang Zhixue, Gong Geer, Frant Gwo, Ruchang Ye
Distributor: Well Go USA Entertainment
Production Co: CFC Pictures, China Film Group Corporation, Beijing Dengfeng International Culture Communications Company, G!Film Studio, Rollin Studios
Genre: Sci-Fi, Action, Adventure
Original Language: Chinese
Release Date (Theaters): Jan 22, 2023, Limited
Release Date (DVD): Dec 19, 2023
Box Office (Gross USA): $5.0M

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