---
title: "The Hangover Part II"
year: 2011
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-hangover-part-ii-2011"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 45243
imdb_id: "tt1411697"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 11375
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Hangover Part II (2011) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-hangover-part-ii-2011

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Hangover Part II is a comedy film released in the United States on May 26, 2011, with a runtime of one hour and forty-two minutes and an R rating. The story follows the Hangover crew as they head to Thailand for Stu's wedding. Following the disaster of a bachelor party in Las Vegas the previous year, Stu attempts to play it safe by hosting a mellow pre-wedding brunch. However, things do not go as planned, and Bangkok serves as the setting for another adventure involving the rowdy group. Following its release, the film was reviewed by critics, including a review published by The Guardian on May 26, 2011, and a review written by Roger Ebert. Additionally, the film faced a plagiarism suit in August 2011.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "The Hangover crew heads to Thailand for Stu's wedding."

### Why Watch
- follows the returning rowdy group
- set in Thailand

### Caveats & Content Note
- features raunchy content
- can feel oppressive like a hangover
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains raunchy comedy and adult themes.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: comedy, raunchy, wild

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | TBS, tru TV | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Starz Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Todd Phillips
- **Networks / Studios**: Legendary Pictures, Green Hat Films, Warner Bros. Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bradley Cooper** as *Phil Wenneck*
- **Ed Helms** as *Stu Price*
- **Zach Galifianakis** as *Alan Garner*
- **Justin Bartha** as *Doug Billings*
- **Mason Lee** as *Teddy*
- **Ken Jeong** as *Mr. Chow*
- **Paul Giamatti** as *Kingsley*
- **Jeffrey Tambor** as *Sid Garner*
- **Jamie Chung** as *Lauren*
- **Sasha Barrese** as *Tracy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in May 2011.

### Q: Where does the film take place?
The crew heads to Thailand for Stu's wedding.

### Q: What is the genre?
The film is a comedy.

### Q: Who is getting married?
Stu is getting married.

### Q: What group of characters is featured?
The Hangover crew or wolfpack is featured.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Hangover Part II — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/45243)
- [The Hangover Part II – review | Comedy films | The Guardian](https://www.theguardian.com/film/2011/may/26/the-hangover-part-2-review)
- [The Hangover Part II | The Guardian](http://www.guardian.co.uk/film/movie/141948/hangover-part-ii)
- [The Hangover Part II movie review (2011) | Roger Ebert](http://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/the-hangover-part-ii-2011)

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