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The Angry Birds Movie 2
The Angry Birds Movie 2
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NameThe Angry Birds Movie 2
CaptionTheatrical release poster
DirectorThurop Van Orman, John Rice
ProducerJohn Cohen
Based onAngry Birds by Rovio Entertainment
StarringJason Sudeikis, Jason Schwartzman, Josh Gad, Danny McBride, Rachel Bloom, Bill Hader, Peter Dinklage, Leslie Jones
MusicHeitor Pereira
StudioColumbia Pictures, Rovio Animation
DistributorSony Pictures Releasing
Released2019
Runtime97 minutes
CountryFinland, United States
LanguageEnglish
Budget$65 million
Gross$152 million

The Angry Birds Movie 2 is a 2019 computer-animated comedy film based on the mobile game franchise Angry Birds created by Rovio Entertainment. The sequel continues the conflict between feathered protagonists and their porcine adversaries while introducing a third threat that forces an unlikely alliance. The ensemble voice cast includes performers from Saturday Night Live, Broadway, and major Hollywood comedy films.

Plot

The narrative follows former adversaries from Bird Island and Piggy Island who must unite against an external antagonist originating from Eagle Island, leading to an expedition across diverse locales including Mighty Eagle’s homeland. Protagonists navigate political distrust, espionage, and escalating natural disasters orchestrated by a charismatic villain who exploits territorial tensions. The plot intertwines rescue missions, infiltration sequences, and character-driven reconciliations culminating in a collaborative effort to avert global catastrophe.

Cast and characters

The film features an ensemble cast of established performers from film, television, and stage. Principal roles are voiced by actors known for work on Saturday Night Live, The Daily Show, Broadway theatre, and blockbuster franchises. Supporting voices include comedians and character actors with credits in Saturday Night Live, The Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, The Hangover, and animated features from Illumination Entertainment and Pixar. Cameos and supporting parts draw on talent from Saturday Night Live, The Daily Show, and various television sitcoms.

Production

Development began after the commercial success of the initial adaptation, with Rovio Entertainment partnering with Sony Pictures Animation and Columbia Pictures subsidiaries for financing and distribution. Directors with backgrounds in television animation and children's programming led storyboarding, script revisions, and animation pipelines. Pre-production involved collaboration between studios in Finland and the United States, integrating motion layout, character rigging, and crowd-simulation techniques inspired by recent projects from DreamWorks Animation and Blue Sky Studios. Voice recording sessions took place alongside story workshops influenced by practices from Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Release and box office

The film premiered in 2019, with distribution handled by Sony Pictures Releasing across markets including North America, Europe, and Asia. Marketing campaigns coordinated with theatrical exhibitors such as AMC Theatres and Cineworld and included cross-promotions with the original mobile franchise owner Rovio Entertainment. Box office receipts reflected moderate commercial performance, with international markets contributing a substantial portion of gross revenue. The sequel's rollout overlapped release windows for animated features from Illumination Entertainment, Walt Disney Pictures, and Universal Pictures, affecting comparative weekend rankings.

Reception

Critical response was mixed to positive, noting improvements in pacing, character dynamics, and humor compared with its predecessor. Reviews referenced influences and tonal parallels with ensemble animated comedies produced by Blue Sky Studios, DreamWorks Animation, and Illumination Entertainment. Audience metrics from ticketing and family demographics indicated favorable reception among children, while adult viewers highlighted the voice cast drawn from Saturday Night Live, Broadway theatre, and contemporary comedy films. Industry award nominations and festival screenings acknowledged sound design and animated sequence craftsmanship with recognition similar to that granted by organizations like the Annie Awards.

Soundtrack and score

The musical score composed by Heitor Pereira incorporates orchestral themes and contemporary pop arrangements, aligning with scoring trends seen in films from Walt Disney Pictures and Illumination Entertainment. The soundtrack release included original songs and instrumental cues intended for cross-platform promotion alongside the film's trailer and theatrical clips. Music production involved collaboration with session musicians and mixers who have credits on projects for Universal Pictures and Sony Music Entertainment.

Category:2019 animated films Category:American animated comedy films Category:Films based on video games