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The Addams Family 2 (2021): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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The Addams Family 2 is a 2021 adventure horror film directed by Conrad Vernon and Greg Tiernan, starring Chloë Grace Moretz as Wednesday Addams, Oscar Isaac and Charlize Theron. It earned $119.8 million worldwide. It earned 2 award nominations, including Best Animated Film at the Saturn Awards 2022. Critics gave it 28% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic.

Rotten Tomatoes
28%
worldwide gross
$119.8M
award nominations
2
Echo Score
38
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The Addams Family 2 (2021) movie poster
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Original language
English
After the credits
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The story

What Is The Addams Family 2 About?

The premise of The Addams Family 2 without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

The Addams Family finds their strange existence further complicated when they attempt to embrace community and connect with their new neighbors. Their efforts to assimilate lead to a series of chaotic and humorous misunderstandings, as their peculiar habits clash with the norms of suburban life, creating a whirlwind of unexpected events for everyone involved.

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Cast & crew

The Addams Family 2 Cast & Characters

Chloë Grace Moretz leads the cast as Wednesday Addams, with Oscar Isaac as Gomez Addams and Charlize Theron as Morticia Addams. Directed by Conrad Vernon, Greg Tiernan and Kevin Pavlovic; 9 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

The Addams Family 2 Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave The Addams Family 2 28% on Rotten Tomatoes and 37 on Metacritic. Our Echo Score gives it 38/100, strongest in sensory experience (55) and weakest in story & flow (30).

38 /100

The Addams Family 2 Echo Score Breakdown

The Addams Family 2 delivers a visually competent but narratively thin sequel that struggles to capture the quirky spirit of its predecessor. While the animation offers occasional moments of polish, the plot is weighed down by a lazy script and disjointed pacing, resulting in humor that often feels flat. Character interactions lack depth, and the soundtrack divides opinion. Consequently, the film provides limited appeal beyond a brief children's viewing, offering little incentive for repeat screenings.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 35

    In terms of animation and visual design, the sequel presents a mixed picture. Certain sequences display a polished color palette and detailed set pieces, yet the overall style is frequently described as unattractive and uninspired. Editing choices contribute to a disjointed flow, with abrupt cuts that undermine continuity. While the studio’s technical capability is evident, the visual presentation fails to elevate the material, resulting in a modest artistic impact.

  • Character & Emotion 40

    When assessing character work, the film relies on a recognizable voice cast but offers limited development. Performances remain competent yet lack the nuance needed to convey the family's eccentric charm. Interpersonal chemistry feels flat, and emotional beats are sparsely realized, diminishing audience connection. The result is a cast of well‑known figures who fail to infuse depth or compelling dynamics into the story.

  • Story & Flow 30

    The narrative structure suffers from a thin screenplay and uneven pacing. Plot points are often introduced without sufficient buildup, leading to a disjointed flow that hampers engagement. Humor relies heavily on repetitive gag formulas and low‑brow jokes, offering little originality. Consequently, the story feels like a superficial continuation rather than a fully realized sequel, limiting its overall coherence.

  • Sensory Experience 55

    The auditory and visual sensory elements present mixed impressions. The score, described by some as jarring, contrasts with moments where the soundtrack is praised for its liveliness, creating occasional tonal spikes. Sound design remains functional but unremarkable, and the visual style, while occasionally showcasing detailed textures, does not achieve a distinctive or innovative aesthetic. Overall, the sensory layer adds limited depth to the viewing experience.

  • Rewatch Factor 35

    Replay value appears modest, with limited appeal beyond an initial pass for younger audiences. While brief moments of spooky humor may entertain children, the overall lack of narrative depth and repetitive jokes reduce incentive for repeated viewings. Adults are likely to find the film forgettable, and the absence of lasting emotional resonance further diminishes its rewatch potential.

Plot

The Addams Family 2 Plot Summary

What happens in The Addams Family 2 from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 6-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

The story begins at a middle school science fair, where Wednesday Addams, a bright and inventive young girl, is excited to present her latest project. However, her enthusiasm quickly diminishes when her eccentric family members — Gomez Addams, Morticia Addams, and Pugsley Addams — make a sudden entrance, diverting the crowd’s attention away from her. Undaunted, she showcases her experimentation involving squid DNA integrated into Uncle Fester’s physiology, which could enhance human abilities. Though she receives applause for her work, her hopes of claiming first place are dashed when she learns that everyone received a trophy, making her triumph feel trivial. Amidst this letdown, she attracts the gaze of the mysterious scientist Cyrus Strange, who praises her innovation through a holographic projection.

Full summary

The whole story of The Addams Family 2, scene by scene

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Box office

The Addams Family 2 Box Office

The Addams Family 2 grossed $119.8 million worldwide. $56.5 million came from the US and Canada and $63.3 million (53%) from the rest of the world.

2021 box office

Worldwide gross

$119.8M

US & Canada
$56.5M
International
$63.3M
US & Canada 47% Rest of the world 53%
Awards

The Addams Family 2 Awards & Nominations

The Addams Family 2 earned 2 award nominations, including Best Animated Film at the Saturn Awards 2022. The 2 nominations come from 2 ceremonies.

2 nominations2 ceremonies

Videos

The Addams Family 2 Trailers & Videos

14 videos: 2 trailers, 1 teaser, 6 clips and 5 featurettes.

All 14 videos
Official Trailer
  • Trailer Official Trailer 2
  • Teaser Official Announcement
  • Clip “Addams Family Vacation” Official Clip
  • Clip Cousin It [Snoop Dogg] “It Ain’t Nothin’” Performance – Official Clip
Quiz

How Well Do You Know The Addams Family 2?

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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Details

The Addams Family 2 Also Known As

43 alternative titles, including “Семейка Аддамс 2” and “Familia Addams 2”.

Also known as
  • Семейка Аддамс 2
  • Familia Addams 2
  • Familien Addams 2
  • 爱登士家庭2
  • La Familia Addams 2
  • The Addams Family op vakantie
  • Los locos Addams 2
  • 阿達一族2
  • Rodzina Addamsów 2
  • La famille Addams 2 : une virée d'enfer
  • Addamsite perekond 2
  • משפחת אדמס 2
+31 more
  • 愛登士家庭2
  • Семейство Адамс 2
  • Семейка Аддамс: Горящий тур
  • Addams Ailesi 2
  • A Família Addams 2: Pé na Estrada
  • 아담스 패밀리 2
  • Родина Адамсів 2
  • La familia Addams 2: La gran escapada
  • Addamsova rodina 2
  • Rodina Addamsovcov 2
  • La famille Addams 2
  • Die Addams Family 2
  • Perhe Addams 2
  • 亚当斯一家2
  • Η Οικογένεια Άνταμς 2
  • Familjen Addams 2
  • Addams Family 2.
  • Породица Адамс 2
  • Adamsų šeimynėlė 2
  • Gia Đình Addams 2
  • La famiglia Addams 2
  • Adamsu ģimene 2
  • Pri Addamsovih 2
  • Obitelj Addams 2: Izlet
  • The Addams Family op Avontuur
  • A Família Addams 2
  • アダムス・ファミリー2 アメリカ横断旅行!
  • ตระกูลนี้ผียังหลบ 2
  • عائلة آدم 2
  • خانواده آدامز ۲
  • La família Addams 2, ადამსების ოჯახი 2

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FAQ

The Addams Family 2 FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards

Release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of The Addams Family 2, each answered in a sentence.

When was The Addams Family 2 released?

The Addams Family 2 was released on October 1, 2021.

Who directed The Addams Family 2?

The Addams Family 2 was directed by Conrad Vernon, Greg Tiernan and Kevin Pavlovic.

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Who is in the cast of The Addams Family 2?

The Addams Family 2 stars Chloë Grace Moretz as Wednesday Addams, Oscar Isaac as Gomez Addams and Charlize Theron as Morticia Addams, among 9 credited actors.

How much did The Addams Family 2 make at the box office?

The Addams Family 2 grossed $119.8 million worldwide ($56.5 million domestic, $63.3 million international).

How is The Addams Family 2 rated?

The Addams Family 2 has 28% on Rotten Tomatoes, 37 on Metacritic, 70% on TMDB and 2.3/5 on Letterboxd.

Was The Addams Family 2 nominated for any awards?

The Addams Family 2 received 2 nominations across 2 ceremonies.

Does The Addams Family 2 have a post-credit scene?

No. The Addams Family 2 has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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