

Arthur 2: On the Rocks
Arthur loses his fortune for staying with Linda, right as the two were preparing to adopt a child. As their marriage suffers, Arthur plans for a way to get his money back, but first he must sober up and get a real job.
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Plot Summary
Arthur Bach, the millionaire playboy, is back, but this time he faces new challenges. Having blown through his fortune, Arthur is broke and struggling to keep his mansion out of foreclosure. To make matters worse, his wife, Susan, is considering divorce, and he finds himself entangled in a bizarre scheme involving experimental farming and a new love interest. Arthur must find a way to win back his wife and his fortune, all while maintaining his signature drunken charm.
Critical Reception
Arthur 2: On the Rocks was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was a commercial disappointment, failing to capture the magic of its predecessor. Many found the plot nonsensical and the humor tired, marking a significant downturn in the franchise.
What Reviewers Say
- The sequel suffers from a weak and confusing plot.
- Humor is largely absent, and the charm of the original is lost.
- Dudley Moore's performance is seen as uninspired compared to the first film.
Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a significant disappointment with the sequel, with many finding it unfunny and a pale imitation of the original Arthur.
Fun Fact
The film was initially conceived as a direct sequel to the original "Arthur" but underwent significant script changes during production, leading to a disjointed narrative.
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