The comical chaos continues as John Cena, Lil Rel Howery, Yvonne Orji, and Meredith Hagner reunite for the sequel to Hulu’s 2021 hit “Vacation Friends.” The newly released trailer for “Vacation Friends 2,” which debuted on Thursday, offers a sneak peek into the hilarious misadventures that await the mismatched couples.
Following the uproarious success of the original film, the sequel picks up with newlyweds Marcus (Lil Rel Howery) and Emily (Yvonne Orji) embarking on their honeymoon. Their friends from the first film, Ron (John Cena) and Kyla (Meredith Hagner), who are also recently married and have a baby, join them. The idyllic vacation takes an unexpected turn when Kyla’s ex-convict father, Reese (Steve Buscemi), shows up out of the blue, plunging the vacation buddies into a whirlwind of calamity.
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The trailer kicks off with a seemingly simple airplane scene, where Marcus and Emily share romantic moments. However, their plans are derailed when a hilarious airport announcement reveals a major misunderstanding. The trailer sets the tone for the madcap adventure that ensues as the couples navigate a series of outrageous incidents.
From discovering a baby crawling under their table at a restaurant to attending a work party filled with drinks and mayhem, the trailer offers a taste of the comedic rollercoaster viewers can expect. As the group becomes embroiled in parties, heavy drinking, and unexpected encounters, the chaos escalates with scenes of gunfire, planes, and even a hilarious mishap involving a surfboard.
The first installment of “Vacation Friends” proved to be a massive hit on Hulu, earning the title of the most-watched original movie during its opening weekend. John Cena, who plays Ron in the film, celebrated the success on social media, sharing his excitement about the overwhelming response from fans.
As fans gear up for “Vacation Friends 2,” which is set to premiere on August 25 on Hulu, the trailer promises a laugh-out-loud experience filled with slapstick comedy, outrageous scenarios, and the endearing chemistry of the ensemble cast. The sequel is primed to deliver another round of side-splitting entertainment that fans of the original film won’t want to miss.