Quickie Review:

After a successful undercover drug bust operation in high school, Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) get their next big assignment. Now in the sequel 22 Jump Street, as Ice Cube so eloquently put it, these "two sons of b***hes are going to college." As the cop duo take on yet another drug ring, they go through multitude of ridiculous yet hilarious situations. In doing so, there are some formulaic traps that the movie does fall into. Despite that, it is just an incredible ride with non-stop laughter and great comedic chemistry between the lead actors. This is a must-see for fans of 21 Jump Street and people who generally like to laugh.

Full Review:

The original movie, 21 Jump Street, was a surprise hit back in 2012. It was a movie filled with many belly aching moments of laughter. For that reason, of all the comedies of 2014 this sequel may be the most anticipated, at least it was for me. So the question is: does it deliver on the high expectations? And the answer is: oh hell yes it does.

There is one absolute in this franchise that no one will dispute, the chemistry between Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum is incredible. As soon as their on screen you immediately start smiling, just because you feel the need to prepare yourself for something amusing. Then when they do go about their shenanigans, numerous twists and turns occur that are fun to watch unfold, to hilarious effect. The jokes are fast paced and relentless, without it being tiresome. More importantly the comedy is actually clever, even during some of the scenarios the are more stupid due to some absurdity. The combination of the comedic duo and the intelligent humor work flawlessly, making the flick all the more entertaining. As great as the two leads are with their comedic timing, I need to especially mention Ice Cube. I won't spoil anything of course, but there are points in this movie where Ice Cube actually steals the scenes he is in. I'd pay the full movie ticket price just to see that dynamic between Ice Cube and the two leads. It is that good.

I do recognize there are some faults with 22 Jump Street. It did stick with the philosophy of "if it ain't broke, don't fix it." In that sense, the general story plot is pretty much the same as the original movie. 22 Jump Street is self-aware of what it is, and pokes fun of itself for being a sequel that follows the formula. However, addressing this fault in that comedic way will not be enough for everyone to forgive it. Still, I think this is something that you can easily look past because of how enjoyable the movie is.

The one purpose of a comedy is to make you laugh, and 22 Jump Street fulfills that requirement consistently throughout the movie. By throughout the movie, I mean even during the credits. Your cheeks will have a good exercise, because mine were in pain with all the laughing. It is well worth your time and money, so don't miss out on this one. If they keep this up I will be there even at 1022 Jump Street.

As in the original 21 Jump Street, the social conscience and relevant topics aspect of the television series are left out again. Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill after really messing up a big drug bust are back at the Jump Street program which has now moved across the street to 22 Jump Street. Their captain Ice Cube has decided the best thing for them is a trip back to college where there is a major drug problem with some new designer product.

The bonds however look like they're going to fray as they gravitate to different crowds. Tatum looks like he's going to join the Animal House crowd as he gravitates to a fraternity where the stuff is known to be used. He bonds with a pair that look they could be John Belushi's brethren with Wyatt Russell and Jimmy Tatro.

Who'd have thunk it with Channing Tatum in the film that Jonah Hill would get the girl. Hill gets himself involved with a literary crowd, some poetry slammers and Amber Hill. Of all the young women in the world how did he wind up nailing his captain's daughter?

The comedy is straight out of Animal House and there's certain enough action to satisfy those of the movie-going public who prefer that. Will there be a 24 Jump Street? Possibly, but I'm not going to put the rent money on it.

Morton Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Greg Jenko (Channing Tatum) are going to college. There is a new drug called WhyPhy going around at MC State that killed a girl. Captain Dickson (Ice Cube) is sending them in to investigate. Schmidt gets to know Maya (Amber Stevens) who knew the victim. They are led to the football players who like Jenko more. The quarterback Zook (Wyatt Russell) becomes friends with Jenko and the prime suspect.

After establishing the chemistry with the first movie, these two take it to the next level. Their 'session' is gut busting. Tatum is even funnier now. Jonah is the butt of a lot of jokes. Jillian Bell is hilarious with her dead pan humor. The self referential jokes really work. Even the case works. It's a nice step up.