Suburban dad Hutch Mansell, a former lethal assassin, is pulled back into his violent past after thwarting a home invasion, setting off a chain of events that unravels secrets about his wife Becca’s past and his own.
When “Nobody” hit theaters in 2021, few would have predicted its impressive box office run, raking in more than $57 million from a modest $16 million budget, while also receiving favorable reviews. Its unexpected success made a follow-up all but certain, and now, four years later, “Nobody 2” arrives.
This sequel finds Hutch Mansell (Bob Odenkirk), once a covert government operative, still saddled with $30 million in debt after his run-in with the Russian mafia in the first film. He’s obligated to stay in contact with The Barber (Colin Salmon), his ex-handler, by continually carrying out hits on dangerous criminals around the globe. While Hutch does his job without protest, it quickly becomes clear that these constant missions are taking a toll on his family life—his wife Becca (Connie Nielsen), son Brady (Gage Munroe), and daughter Sammy (Paisley Cadorath) are all feeling his absence and drifting away from him.
Hutch eventually tells The Barber he needs to step away for a bit—to reconnect with his family before his children are grown and gone. The Barber pushes back, but Hutch insists he needs a break and promises to come back after a family trip.
He takes his family to Plummerville, the site of Wild Bill’s Majestic Midway and Waterpark—a nostalgic spot from his childhood vacations with his brother Harry (RZA) and their father David (Christopher Lloyd). But their arrival is anything but relaxing; Hutch quickly runs into trouble with the local police. The town is nothing like the one he remembers, having become a facade for illegal drugs and weapons trafficking. Hutch crosses paths with Abel (Colin Hanks), the crooked sheriff, and Wyatt Martin (John Ortiz), a shady amusement park manager, both of whom answer to Lendina (Sharon Stone)—the ruthless mastermind behind the criminal operation. With his loved ones in danger, Hutch teams up with his father and brother to take down the criminal network, leaving destruction in their wake.
“‘Nobody 2’ channels the spirit of 1980s action flicks, including a brisk runtime of just 89 minutes. These days, it feels like most movies drag on past the two-hour mark, often unnecessarily. Odenkirk, Lloyd, and Nielsen seem to relish their roles as action stars, clearly enjoying themselves on screen. On the other hand, I’ve never been impressed by Sharon Stone, and her performance here—over-the-top and unconvincing—doesn’t win me over. She hams it up in every scene, from wild, erratic dance moves to forced intimidation, and it all feels unnatural. The rest of the cast, however, handle their parts well.
The movie’s shootouts, fights, and explosions are entertaining enough, though they stick closely to the genre’s usual formula and lack any real flair. The ending teases yet another sequel, “Nobody 3,” and although the NOBODY films share producers with the JOHN WICK series, they don’t match the emotional depth Keanu Reeves brings to his character. Odenkirk is a compelling actor and gives a solid performance, but here, it feels more like he’s just collecting a paycheck. That’s not uncommon, but the biggest issue is how much the NOBODY series seems to echo JOHN WICK. If JOHN WICK didn’t exist, the NOBODY movies might stand out more and win a larger following.
Overall, “Nobody 2” delivers as an enjoyable action movie with lively performances that hold your attention while you’re watching, but it’s not likely to stick with you once the credits roll.
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