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Daddy's Home 2

More Daddies. More Problems.

Release date: 2017-11-09 Runtime: 100 min Country: United States Production: Red Granite Pictures, Gary Sanchez Productions, Paramount Pictures
6.3 / 10 · 2,728 votes

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Daddy's Home 2 doubles the dads and triples the holiday chaos as Brad and Dusty try to keep Christmas from going completely off the rails. When their own fathers crash the season, the family’s fragile peace turns into a comedy of clashing styles and bruised egos.

Daddy's Home 2 (2017) takes the unlikely bromance of stepdad Brad and biological dad Dusty and drops it into the most pressure-cooker setting imaginable: Christmas. They’ve finally figured out how to co-parent without turning every moment into a competition—until the season brings new variables that neither man can control.

The calm doesn’t last long once the grandpas arrive. Dusty’s father shows up with a swaggering, old-school intensity, while Brad’s dad brings a softer, more sensitive energy that immediately changes the temperature in the room. Suddenly, the kids’ holiday isn’t just about presents and traditions—it’s about four grown men negotiating pride, masculinity, and what it means to be “the dad” in a modern family.

Director Sean Anders leans into the comedy of contrast, letting personalities collide in ways that feel both outrageous and strangely relatable. The film’s humor thrives on mismatched expectations: tough-guy posturing meets earnest vulnerability, and every attempt at “perfect” family bonding becomes an invitation for misunderstanding.

When plans shift, the whole crew pivots to a luxury resort getaway, hoping a change of scenery will smooth things over. Instead, the trip becomes a playground for escalating mishaps, competitive one-upmanship, and holiday mayhem—proof that even paradise can’t fix a family determined to overthink Christmas.

With Will Ferrell and Mark Wahlberg anchoring the familiar dad duo, and Mel Gibson and John Lithgow injecting fresh generational friction, Daddy's Home 2 keeps its focus on the messy, funny reality of blended families. For more comedy picks and movie updates, visit https://trailerix.com.

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Cast

Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell
Brad
Mark Wahlberg
Mark Wahlberg
Dusty
Mel Gibson
Mel Gibson
Kurt
John Lithgow
John Lithgow
Don
Linda Cardellini
Linda Cardellini
Sara
Alessandra Ambrosio
Alessandra Ambrosio
Karen
Owen Vaccaro
Owen Vaccaro
Dylan
Scarlett Estevez
Scarlett Estevez
Megan
Didi Costine
Didi Costine
Adrianna
Connor Wise
Griffy
Daphne Wise
Griffy
Dylan Wise
Griffy

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Crew

Sean Anders
Sean Anders
Director, Writer
John Morris
John Morris
Writer
Will Ferrell
Will Ferrell
Producer
Adam McKay
Adam McKay
Producer

Image © TMDB

Frequently asked questions

What is Daddy's Home 2 about?

Brad and Dusty team up to create a great Christmas for the kids, but their plans unravel when their very different fathers arrive and stir up rivalry, leading to a chaotic holiday getaway.

Who directed Daddy's Home 2?

The film is directed by Sean Anders.

Is Daddy's Home 2 a family-friendly comedy?

It’s a broad holiday comedy centered on parenting and blended-family dynamics, with plenty of slapstick and awkward adult humor that may play best for teens and adults watching together.

Who stars in Daddy's Home 2?

The cast includes Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, Mel Gibson, John Lithgow, Linda Cardellini, Alessandra Ambrosio, Owen Vaccaro, and Scarlett Estevez.

Do I need to watch Daddy's Home before Daddy's Home 2?

You can follow the sequel on its own, but watching the first film helps you appreciate how Brad and Dusty got from rivalry to co-parenting—and why the new grandpa conflict hits harder.

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