Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise (1987): Cast & Ratings
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise is a 1987 comedy directed by Joe Roth, starring Ed Lauter, Robert Carradine and Bradley Whitford. It runs 1 hour 28 minutes and earned $30.1 million worldwide. Critics gave it 28 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 28m (88 min)
- Director
- Joe Roth
- Genre
- Comedy
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Twentieth Century Fox
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise About?
The premise of Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Following the Tri-Lambdas’ victory over Alpha Beta, Lewis and his friends travel to Fort Lauderdale for the national fraternity convention. There, they find themselves facing off against their rivals once again, this time on a sun-drenched beach. The Nerds must use their wits and ingenuity to overcome the Tri-Lambdas’ schemes and assert their place among the fraternities.
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- blonde woman
- cult film
- second part
- revenge
- roman numbered sequel
- pay phone
- leader
- dump
- hostess
- reception
- fresh food
- riff raff
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- suitcase
- american flag
- sauna
- cuban flag
- dog
- roach motel
- homosexual
- poster
- car
- station wagon
- injury
- torn t shirt
- going down on someone
- jacuzzi
- latina
- knife
- receptionist
- computer
- plot
- jungle
- van
- stewardess
- cat call
- walking at night
- cage
- fairy
- technology
- blonde girl
- blue eyed blonde
- beach
- ritual
- chant
- alligator
- crocodile
- fowl
- poultry
- disguised as a native american
- glass shattered
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Cast
Ed Lauter leads the cast, with Robert Carradine and Bradley Whitford. Directed by Joe Roth; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Joe Roth
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Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise 28 on Metacritic.
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Metacritic 28 Metascore
User score 6.5
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TMDB 56% User score
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Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Plot Summary
What happens in Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 16 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
As the Lambda Lambda Lambdas gear up for their journey to the national fraternity convention in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Lewis’ loyal friend Gilbert is left behind due to a leg injury suffered during an intense game of chess. Upon arrival at the Royal Flamingo Hotel, the group’s spirit is dampened when trainee Sunny delivers troubling news: their reservation has been mysteriously canceled and reassigned to the Alpha Betas. The hotel’s acting manager, Buzz, frankly admits that they prefer more “refined clientele,” suggesting that the Tri-Lambs might be better off elsewhere.
Full summary
The whole story of Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise, scene by scene
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Box Office
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise grossed $30.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$30.1M
- US & Canada
- $30.1M
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise.
How Well Do You Know Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What unfortunate event leaves Gilbert behind when the Tri-Lambs head to the convention?
Cars in Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise
10 cars on screen, including the 1974 Cadillac Fleetwood Eldorado and the 1942 GMC DUKW-353.
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1971 Cadillac Calais Minor role -
1980 Chevrolet Impala Minor role
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise Also Known As
28 alternative titles, including “Revenge Of The Nerds II - Nerds In Paradise” and “Revenge Of The Nerds 2 - Nerds In Paradise”.
- Also known as
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- Revenge Of The Nerds II - Nerds In Paradise
- Revenge Of The Nerds 2 - Nerds In Paradise
- A Vingança dos Nerds 2: Os Nerds Saem de Férias
- La Venganza de los Nerds 2
- Revenge Of The Nerds 2
- Η Εκδίκηση των Νερτζ 2: Οι Νερτζ στο Παράδεισο
- Οι Νερτζ Ξαναχτυπούν
- Revenge of the Nerds II: Die Supertrottel
- La rivincita dei nerds II
- La revolución de los novatos
- Nerdenes Hevn 2
- Les Tronches II
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- Die Supertrottel
- Pomsta šprtů 2: Šprti v ráji
- נקמת היורמים 2: יורמים בגן עדן
- Nørderne i Paradis
- Dangalakların İntikamı 2
- A suttyók visszavágnak 2.: Gyagyás nyaralás
- Месть полудурков 2: Полудурки в раю
- Zemsta Frajerów II: W raju
- Nördarna i paradiset
- La venganza de los nerds II: Los nerds en el paraíso
- Οι Νερντς Ξαναχτυπούν
- 菜鸟大反攻2
- Răzbunarea tocilarilor II: Tocilarii în paradis
- 기숙사 대소동 2
- Moksliukų Kerštas 2: Moksliukai Rojuje
- Osveta šmokljana 2: Šmokljani u raju
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Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise runs 1 hour 28 minutes (88 minutes).
When was Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise released?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise was released on July 10, 1987.
Who directed Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise was directed by Joe Roth.
More films by Joe Roth Who is in the cast of Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise stars Ed Lauter, Robert Carradine and Bradley Whitford, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise make at the box office?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise grossed $30.1 million worldwide.
How is Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise rated?
Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise has 28 on Metacritic and 56% on TMDB.
Does Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise have a post-credit scene?
No. Revenge of the Nerds II: Nerds in Paradise has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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