Arthur 2 - On the Rocks

Arthur 2: On the Rocks (1988)

  • 13% of critics liked it
    (15 reviews)

  • 32% of users liked it
    (7,405 ratings)

In this sequel to the 1981 hit comedy Arthur, the story picks up where it left off with the bibulous millionaire hero (Dudley Moore) marrying poverty-stricken Linda Marolla (Liza Minnelli) instead of going through with a prearranged wealthy marriage. The vengeful father (Stephen Elliott) of the… More

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PG,
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Genres
Comedy
In Theaters
Jul 8, 1988 Wide
Warner Home Video

Critic Reviews

  • David Nusair, Reel Film Reviews

    ...one of the most underwhelming sequels in cinematic history.

  • John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis

    A poor Arthur is even more obnoxious than a rich Arthur. (Blu-ray Edition)

  • John J. Puccio, Movie Metropolis

    It would have been better for Warners to have left well enough alone.

  • Steve Crum, Video-Reviewmaster.com

    Unnecessary sequel to now politically incorrect comedy of alcoholism. Great cast, however.

  • Chuck O'Leary, Fantastica Daily

    Doesn't have as many big laughs as the classic 1981 original, but the characters are still likable enough for this to merit a passing grade.

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Featured Audience Ratings

  • Lucas M


    Not so bad like everybody say, Arthur 2 is very inferior from the 1981 hit. At least Dudley Moore, with luck and funny charm save this sequel.

  • Anthony L


    It's only taken me 21 years to finally watch this film. It's not very good at all but getting to watch some new (for me anyway) footage of Dudley Moore and John Gielgud felt like a treat, so I?m going to rate it higher than it deserves. So there! :o)

  • Dean !


    A ok film with some funny moments.

  • Derek D


    Lightning doesn't strike twice as this sequel falls completely flat on its face. A lot of the same from the first movie, but somewhat different in tone. Even Geilgud's ghostly appearance in this movie can't save this film. But I enjoyed it.

  • Jason S


    Not all that great. It tries really hard to capture the magic of the first one but really doesn't make it.

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