Category: Comedy

I haven’t laughed this hard at a movie in years. Like, actually had to pause it because I was wheezing. This is peak buddy-cop comedy—somehow even better than the first one, and that’s saying something.

The plot? Basically 21 Jump Street but in college. Jenko (Channing Tatum) and Schmidt (Jonah Hill) go undercover (again) to bust a new drug called “WhyPhy” (which, yes, is exactly as stupid as it sounds). What follows is a ridiculous, self-aware, borderline-parody of college movies, bromance tropes, and even its own franchise. The fact that the movie knows it’s recycling the same premise just makes it funnier—like when Ice Cube’s Captain Dickson yells, “DO THE SAME THING AS LAST TIME! EVERYBODY’S HAPPY!”

But what really makes it work? The chemistry between Hill and Tatum. Their “bro-ship” is the heart of the movie, and the way their dynamic gets tested (Jenko joining the frat bros, Schmidt falling for a girl) actually adds some real emotional weight—before they inevitably wreck everything in the most hilarious way possible.

And the jokes? Relentless. From Schmidt’s terrible undercover name (“Jeffrakah”) to the entire spring break sequence (“MY NAME’S JEFF!“), this movie doesn’t let up. Plus, the end credits? Absolute genius. They mock every possible sequel idea (22 Jump Street: Medical School? 22 Jump Street: Space?!), and honestly? I’d watch all of them.

Final Verdict: If you like comedies that don’t take themselves seriously (and can handle some very dumb but brilliant humor), this is a must-watch. It’s rare for a sequel to double down on the absurdity and stick the landing, but 22 Jump Street pulls it off.

Best for: Fans of 21 Jump Street, The Other Guys, or anyone who’s ever wanted to see Channing Tatum do backflips off a balcony.

(P.S. The post-credits scene is essential. Trust me.)