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Ben Stiller, Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, Sacha Baron Cohen ... see more see more... , Cedric the Entertainer , Andy Richter , Bernie Mac , Sherri Shepherd , Alec Baldwin , will.i.am , Elisa Pensler Gabrielli , Tom McGrath , Chris Miller , Christopher Knights , Conrad Vernon , William , William Fichtner , Elisa Gabrielli

Hopelessly stranded on the remote shores of Madagascar, the New Yorkers hatch a plan to get back to Central Park that instead finds them soaking up sun in the picturesque plains of Africa. Madagascar ... read more read more...may be a nice place to visit, but for the gang of animals who spent most of their lives in New York, there is truly no place like home. After discovering the remnants of a crashed airplane, the penguins quickly set about making the repairs needed to get the craft airborne again. When the plane finally takes to the sky, it begins to look like it's only a matter of time before Alex the Lion (voice of Ben Stiller) and friends are soaring over New York Harbor. Unfortunately the penguins weren't the aviation experts they claimed to be, and before long the crew is coming in for a crash-landing in the untamed plains of Africa. Now, as the animals reared in the safety of the zoo come into contact with their decidedly wild counterparts for the very first time, they get a better feel for their roots while marveling over the differences between life in the concrete jungle and life on the world's second largest continent. Of course, while there's plenty to love about wandering the open plains, romantic rivalries and the risk of running into dangerous poachers soon begin to outweigh the joys of some long-overdue family reunions. With some particularly heavy cases of homesickness causing hearts to weigh heavy, the group gradually starts to wonder whether they'll ever find their way back home. Chris Rock, David Schwimmer, Jada Pinkett Smith, Sacha Baron Cohen, Cedric the Entertainer, and Andy Richter lend their voices to this animated sequel that re-teams original Madagascar co-directors Eric Darnell and Tom McGrath. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

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PG, 1 hr. 28 min.

Directed by: Eric Darnell, Tom McGrath

Release Date: November 7, 2008

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DVD Release Date: February 6, 2009

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  • phubbs1
    May 6, 2012
    phubbs1
    Is it me or are kids films getting very lame and daft these days? I know the film isnt aimed at my age group haha but alot of these animated films do tend to be quite universal, but this was really quite basic and silly. The original wasn't exactly great but this sequel beats the... read more first, its so stupid and really off the wall I reckon even kids may find it boring.
    The film looks gorgeous...really amazing, smooth, lovely colours and highly detailed animation all round on everything. The voice cast are OK, Schwimmer and Stiller being the best of course and the small penguins being a very close second for laughs. Other characters are cliched and annoying such as the Indian lemur and fat black orientated hippo. Plot wise its the same as hundreds of other kids films so no comment.

    A kids film it may be but this is still scraping the barrel in my opinion, there was no need for it and I'm sure kids wont find it so great either, roll on 'Toy Story 3'.
  • 76Majikat
    December 29, 2011
    76Majikat
    A watchable sequel with superb animation when it comes to scenery. A little Lion King like in parts, but each have their own little sub stories in this one.
  • aquateen2
    September 20, 2011
    aquateen2
    People seem to believe this film is BETTER then the original well it's NOT its JUST AS GOOD AS THE ORIGINAL. Why?
    Its numerous pop culture refrences and repetetive jokes are all the same as those from the first. For example, the old woman who extremely dislikes Alex the Lion. Th... read moreis is the DOWN side of Madagscar 2. The UP side is the deeper meaningful pplot that is easy to follow and quite interesting. Like I said in the first I ENJOYED THE HUMOUR and if its the same in Madagascar 2 well I enjoyed it just as much.
  • theunknownhobo
    August 24, 2011
    theunknownhobo
    I actually enjoyed this movie more than the first one simply because the dynamic shifted to the penguins and King Julian who are undoubtedly the unsung stars of these movies. Sacha Baron Coehn will be remembered for a lot in his career, but in my heart, he will always be King Jul... read moreian. Best part - drunken Lemar singing "Private Dancer" by Tina Turner. Genius!
  • StarCrossedVoyager
    August 17, 2011
    StarCrossedVoyager
    Not as good as its predecessor but still a refreshing and family funny. Entertaining for all ages and genders.
  • spielberg00
    June 14, 2011
    spielberg00
    Much better and funnier than the first "Madagascar", which is a surprise, because with most movies, the sequels observantly fail.
  • DreamExtractor
    May 23, 2011
    DreamExtractor
    I thought it was just going to be another animated movie, but boy I was wrong. I found the story inviting, the visuals much improved, and laugh out loud comedy. Was a very good animated movie.
  • ScoopOnline
    May 4, 2011
    ScoopOnline
    InTheBasket program

    King Julien: Whatever happened to the separation of the classes?
    Maurice: I'm sure this whole democracy thing is just a fad.

    Julien: Ha,ha,ha! I like laughing! It's such a nice expierence!
    Melman: [Melman pokes his head in] Whoa.
    Julien: Exuse me, th
    ... read moreis is first class. It's nothing personal, it's just that we're better than you.


    Madagascar is one of the Unique Movies, I adore every character in the Movie. Okay my all time fav character is King Julien.
    This part was fun just like the first one.
  • ironclad1609
    April 26, 2011
    ironclad1609
    One of the rare cases of the second part being even stronger than the original, this sequel to the animated hit comedy is faster, funnier and more diverse. Especially when compared to the Disney-disaster "The Wild" this movie does everything right: great characters, a fast pace, ... read moregreat gags and beautiful animation. It's never too silly and even adults have fun spotting movie quotes. A movie where the smallest, cutest animals get kicked out of the way and old ladies get run over by safari cars has to be great. Still the movie doesn't miss to touch you, even makes you happy.
  • skeletonking101
    December 28, 2010
    skeletonking101
    another instance where the sequel is better than the original

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Critic Reviews

Michael Phillips
November 10, 2008
Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune

The sequel, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa, is a better film, though -- less manic, more easygoing. Full Review

Ben Lyons
November 10, 2008
Ben Lyons, At the Movies

This is great. I loved it. Full Review

Ben Mankiewicz
November 10, 2008
Ben Mankiewicz, At the Movies

This is a really funny movie. Full Review

David Germain
November 7, 2008
David Germain, Associated Press

With so many characters to cram in and not much for many of them to do, Escape 2 Africa ends up a choppy, episodic affair. Full Review

Lou Lumenick
November 7, 2008
Lou Lumenick, New York Post

A by-the-numbers follow-up to the highly successful 2005 feature that was no great shakes to begin with. Full Review

Stephen Whitty
November 7, 2008
Stephen Whitty, Newark Star-Ledger

Whenever we move away from their scenes -- sharp and quickly edited -- the film slows a bit. Whenever we skip to one of the main characters learning yet another life lesson, the fun begins to fade. Full Review

James Berardinelli
November 7, 2008
James Berardinelli, ReelViews

One reason to lament the existence of Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is too bemoan the considerable amount of talent that was tied up developing this uninspired sequel when it could have been employed in... Full Review

Peter Hartlaub
November 7, 2008
Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle

The animation is sharp, and whenever things start to get confusing, a penguin or lemur comes onscreen and does something really funny. Full Review

Joe Morgenstern
November 7, 2008
Joe Morgenstern, Wall Street Journal

The roots are shallow, but the sequel is good-natured, high-spirited and perfectly enjoyable if you take it for what it is. Full Review

Ann Hornaday
November 7, 2008
Ann Hornaday, Washington Post

Fans of the first Madagascar will find much to enjoy in Escape 2 Africa. Full Review

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