---
title: "Grown Ups 2"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/grown-ups-2-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 109418
imdb_id: "tt2191701"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 101
community_rating: 6.2
vote_count: 4746
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Grown Ups 2 (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/grown-ups-2-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Grown Ups 2 is a 2013 American comedy film directed by Dennis Dugan. The movie serves as a sequel to the 2010 film Grown Ups and features a cast including Adam Sandler, Kevin James, Chris Rock, and David Spade. The screenplay was written by Adam Sandler, Fred Wolf, and Tim Herlihy. In this installment, the character Lenny relocates his family back to the small town where he and his friends grew up. The story follows the group as they reunite with their friends and their children. During the narrative, the adults find themselves learning lessons from their own kids. The events of the film take place on the last day of school, a day described as being notoriously full of surprises. Despite being older, the characters demonstrate that they have not necessarily grown up. The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-one minutes and received a PG-13 rating. It was released in the United States on July 12, 2013.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Lenny moves his family back to his hometown, where adults learn lessons from their own children."

### Why Watch
- focuses on family dynamics
- explores childhood nostalgia

### Caveats & Content Note
- relies on situational humor
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains themes suitable for general audiences looking for light comedic entertainment.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedic, lighthearted, nostalgic

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Philo, Starz Apple TV Channel, YouTube TV, Starz, Starz Amazon Channel | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Hollywood Suite, Hollywood Suite Amazon Channel, Starz Amazon Channel, Sony Pictures Core Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Foxtel Now, Stan | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Dennis Dugan
- **Networks / Studios**: Columbia Pictures, Happy Madison Productions

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adam Sandler** as *Lenny Feder*
- **Kevin James** as *Eric Lamonsoff*
- **Chris Rock** as *Kurt McKenzie*
- **David Spade** as *Marcus Higgins*
- **Salma Hayek Pinault** as *Roxanne Chase-Feder*
- **Maya Rudolph** as *Deanne McKenzie*
- **Maria Bello** as *Sally Lamonsoff*
- **Nick Swardson** as *Nick*
- **Steve Buscemi** as *Wiley*
- **Colin Quinn** as *Dickie Bailey*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where does the story take place?
The story is set in the small town where the main characters grew up.

### Q: When does the movie take place?
The events occur on the last day of school.

### Q: Who learns lessons in this film?
The adults are the ones learning lessons from their children.

### Q: Does Lenny move his family?
Yes, Lenny relocates his family back to his hometown.

### Q: Is this a family-oriented film?
The plot centers on Lenny and his family navigating life in a small town.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Grown Ups 2 — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/109418)
- [Grown Ups 2 (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2191701/fullcredits/)
- [Grown Ups 2 - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grown_Ups_2)
- [Grown Ups 2 - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/grown-ups-2/cast/2030311450/)
- [Grown Ups 2 | Cast and Crew | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/grown_ups_2/cast-and-crew)
- [Grown Ups 2 (2013) - Plot Summary, Cast, Ratings & More | What's After ...](https://www.whatsafterthemovie.com/movies/grown-ups-2)

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