Meg 2: The Trench
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2023 • 116 min • Action · Science Fiction · Horror
Synopsis
An exploratory dive into the deepest depths of the ocean of a daring research team spirals into chaos when a malevolent mining operation threatens their mission and forces them into a high-stakes battle for survival.
Our family guide
Best from age 13- 0 Reviewers · 5 · 65%
- 64 Audience · 4045 · 35%
An exploratory deep-sea mission turns into a thrilling fight for survival when a rogue mining operation and multiple colossal megalodons emerge. The team faces non-stop danger and high-stakes battles, making for an intense underwater adventure.
- Violence & peril
- 7/10
- Language
- 4/10
- Drinking, drugs & smoking
- 2/10
- Romance & sensuality
- 2/10
- Scary moments
- 7/10
Heads up
- Frequent peril and jump scares
- Several large shark attacks
- Explosions and destructive acts
What it models well
- Courage in the face of danger
- Teamwork and cooperation
- Protecting marine life
Talk about it after
- The impact of human actions on the ocean
- The ethics of deep-sea exploration
- Facing fears and overcoming challenges
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Top billed cast
Director: Ben Wheatley • Crew: Dean Georgaris, Erich Hoeber, Jon Hoeber
Trailers & clips
Under Pressure
The Making of Meg 2: The Trench
Make a Stand
Up from the Depths: Even More Beasts
Get the Fuel
Octopus Attack
Extended Preview
Good Luck
Reviewer notes
Not recommended<em>'Meg 2: The Trench'</em> is rubbish. It's just the original with added (lousy) human antagonists and, eh, a giant octopus? I was zoned out by that point if I'm honest, it's no Kraken from <em>'Pirates of the Caribbean'</em>, that's for sure. Jason Statham is forgettable in this too. That's a big problem, given he is the glue that ought to hold these films together.…
Not recommendedThe Meg 2: The Trench is exactly what I expected, and honestly, what I wanted from a movie about giant sharks: campy fun with over-the-top action, sleek visuals, and just enough chaos. The cinematography stood out, especially the camera transitions and underwater shots, which were beautifully done. The special effects carried their weight too, making the whole experience visually exciting. The pacing worked well.…
Not recommendedPretty tough sitting through this one, especially the first half where a good portion was so dark, maybe to hide the bad visual effects, I couldn't even tell what was going on. There were a few moments of the camp that made the first one at least entertaining, but not enough to keep me engaged. On the plus side, Jason Statham was alright for what he's given, otherwise this just was a waste of time. **2.0/5**
Not recommendedTrusted family reviewersMeg 2 doesn't really feel like a follow up film, to its 2018 counterpart. Indeed, the latest instalment feels more like a platform for various action "stunts".…
Not recommendedTrusted family reviewersNow the "Meg" (2018) itself could never be called a good film, but it is a great deal better than this muddled and derivative effort.…
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Details
- TMDB audience
- 6.4/10 (4,045)
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- $129,000,000
- Box office
- $398,500,317
- Franchise
- The Meg Collection
- IMDb
- tt9224104
- Official site
- www.themeg.movie
