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Crocodile Dundee II

  • 19881988
  • PGPG
  • 1h 48m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
57K
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POPULARITY
4,029
1,719
Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
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Australian outback expert protects his New York love from gangsters who've followed her down under.Australian outback expert protects his New York love from gangsters who've followed her down under.Australian outback expert protects his New York love from gangsters who've followed her down under.
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
57K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
4,029
1,719
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Director
      • John Cornell
    • Writers
      • Paul Hogan(characters)
      • Brett Hogan
    • Stars
      • Paul Hogan
      • Linda Kozlowski
      • John Meillon
    Top credits
    • Director
      • John Cornell
    • Writers
      • Paul Hogan(characters)
      • Brett Hogan
    • Stars
      • Paul Hogan
      • Linda Kozlowski
      • John Meillon
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 89User reviews
    • 37Critic reviews
    • 41Metascore
    • Awards
      • 2 wins

    Videos1

    Crocodile Dundee II
    Trailer 1:55
    Crocodile Dundee II

    Photos68

    Paul Hogan in Crocodile Dundee (1986)
    Paul Hogan in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
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    Juan Fernandez as Miguel in "Crocodile' Dundee II"
    Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    Paul Hogan and Linda Kozlowski in Crocodile Dundee II (1988)

    Top cast

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    Paul Hogan
    Paul Hogan
    • Mick 'Crocodile' Dundee
    Linda Kozlowski
    Linda Kozlowski
    • Sue Charlton
    John Meillon
    John Meillon
    • Walter Reilly
    Ernie Dingo
    Ernie Dingo
    • Charlie
    Steve Rackman
    Steve Rackman
    • Donk
    Gerry Skilton
    • Nugget
    Gus Mercurio
    Gus Mercurio
    • Frank
    Jim Holt
    • Erskine
    Alec Wilson
    • Denning
    Maggie Blinco
    Maggie Blinco
    • Ida
    Bill Sandy
    • Teddy
    Mark Saunders
    • Diamond
    Betty Bobbitt
    Betty Bobbitt
    • Meg (Tourist)
    Jim Cooper
    • Dorrigo Brother
    Sam Cooper
    • Dorrigo Brother
    Fernando Segura
    • Hotel Manager (Switchboard)
    Hechter Ubarry
    • Luis Rico
    Juan Fernández
    Juan Fernández
    • Miguel
    • (as Juan Fernandez)
    • Director
      • John Cornell
    • Writers
      • Paul Hogan(characters)
      • Brett Hogan
    • All cast & crew
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    Storyline

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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Alec Wilson appears in this film as 'Denning', a local Australian hired goon for the drug lords. 13 years later he appeared in the sequel Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles (2001) as 'Jacko', a long time Australian friend of Mick.
    • Goofs
      When the bats are attacking, the camera shows Rico firing his gun. Right after he fires, you can see one of the fake bats "fly" by and the wire is clearly noticeable.
    • Quotes

      Fuji: [speaking about 'Crocodile' Dundee] Do you know who that was?

      Cato: No.

      Fuji: Clint Eastwood.

    • Crazy credits
      At the very end of the credits you can hear "Dundee" say: "Are you ready to go home now" for a second time.
    • Alternate versions
      UK cinema and video versions were cut by a second to briefly shorten the scene in Colombia where Rico shoots a man in the head. The footage was restored for the 2003 DVD release.
    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Funny Farm/Rambo III/Big/Call Me/Crocodile Dundee II (1988)
    • Soundtracks
      Walk Don't Run
      Written by Johnny Smith

      Performed by The Ventures

    User reviews89

    Review
    Top review
    7/10
    Not as "Fun" as the Original, but Still Worthwhile (7/10)
    If you saw the original, this one will seem like a visit with an old friend, that being the likable Mick `Crocodile' Dundee. This time around there's not as much `whimsy' to it, though, and as things get a bit more heavy-handed, Mick finds himself in some rather murky waters as the story unfolds. Still, the appeal of the character and the easy, intrinsic humor at the heart of the film is enough to make `Crocodile Dundee II,' directed by John Cornell, a satisfying cinematic experience.

    As the film opens, Mick (Paul Hogan) is happily ensconced in New York City with his lady-friend, journalist Sue Charlton (Linda Kozlowski), and life is good. Mick, however, tired of just laying about has decided it's time to seek gainful employment, and sets out to do just that. His job search gets put on hold, though, when Sue's ex-husband, Bob Tanner (Dennis Boutsikaris), a journalist currently covering a story in South America, sends some photographs he's taken-- the subject of which is of a particularly serious and sensitive nature-- to Sue, and something else arrives along with the them: Trouble. Trouble, as in the man in the pictures is one `Rico' (Hechter Ubarry), a big time drug dealer who is more than a little concerned about the compromising position these particular photos will undoubtedly put him in. He will stop at nothing to get them, and he has the `muscle' to do it. But there's one small item Rico hasn't factored in to his agenda and his plan of attack. And his name is Mick Dundee.

    Written by Paul Hogan and his son, Brett Hogan, this film suffers the `Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom' syndrome, in that-- like the `Indy' film-- it is a sequel to a hugely successful original, and takes that same `turn' toward the dark side. And in the case of this film, it's even more noticeable inasmuch as this is a comedy rather than a pure action/adventure movie, and-- let's face it-- it's tough to find a light, comedic touch in a film that deals with a kidnapping, killings and drug dealers. Still, just as Spielberg did with the `Indy' sequel, Hogan pulls it off; and he does it with a winning smile and bit of sleight-of-hand.

    As the great Steve Allen would say, `All seriousness aside, folks--' And in a nutshell, that's the trick Hogan, Hogan and Cornell use to make this offering a viable commodity. Taken out of context, the story alone is serious stuff, more conducive to a `Traffic,' `Blow' or `Scarface' than a `Crocodile Dundee' movie. But therein is the rub; the filmmakers here take a lighthearted approach to a serious issue, being careful, however, not to discount or be dismissive of it, but rather by toning down the `results' of the violence while infusing it with humor and some genuinely engaging characters, and presenting it all in a way that is palatable to a wide audience.

    Cornell, like Peter Faiman (who directed `Crocodile Dundee'), is destined to be the forgotten man of this project, and for the same reasons. Cornell takes the wheel of the ship here, takes his audience on a cruise then deposits them safely back on shore, where most will agree it was a trip worth taking. But in the end, there is nothing about it that identifies Cornell; nothing with his `signature' on it. And, like Faiman, he only directed one other film, `Almost an Angel' in 1990 (also starring Hogan and Kozlowski), which was mediocre at best. So there's simply nothing to reference him. He may have been the captain of the ship, and he did a good job, technically speaking, but he kept himself in the wheelhouse too long to be noticed.

    Hogan, meanwhile, was taking center stage in the lounge, successfully reprising his role as everyones favorite `Aussie.' Without question, no matter what Paul Hogan does for the rest of his career, this is the character moviegoers everywhere will forever associate him with, and for good reason. Quite simply, Mick Dundee is just such a likable bloke. And it's a theme that runs throughout the entire series-- everybody likes him; no matter where he goes or who he meets, he makes them feel as if they've known him all their lives. He's amiable, good looking, charismatic, and has an entirely non-judgmental, matter-of-fact way of dealing with people and situations that provides a refreshing perspective on the human condition. That's what makes this character so memorable, and there's no getting around it: Just as Leonard Nimoy will always be `Spock' regardless of whatever else he ever does, Hogan will always be Crocodile Dundee. Because he IS Mick Dundee.

    Also in fine form for this second go ‘round is the beautiful Linda Kozlowski, returning to the role she created in the original, Sue Charlton. And-- as in the first one-- it's the on screen chemistry between Kozlowski and Hogan that really sells it; whether it's in the Australian outback or on the streets of New York City, they find the magic, and it comes through to the audience, loud and clear. This isn't, of course, the kind of stuff that wins Oscars, but her performance is honest and convincing, and Kozlowski has a screen presence that is altogether natural and real, all of which makes the relationship between Sue and Mick all the more believable.

    Also turning in noteworthy performances are John Meillon, returning as Mick's friend and business associate, Walter Reilly; Charles Dutton as the street wise Leroy; and Ubarry, who makes Rico the bad guy you love to hate.

    The supporting cast includes Juan Fernandez (Miguel), Kenneth Welsh (Brannigan), Ernie Dingo (Charlie), Luis Guzman (Jose), Jace Alexander (Rat) and Steve Rackman (Donk). An entertaining film, but not nearly as `fun' as the original (the `Indy' syndrome, again), `Crocodile Dundee II' is nevertheless a worthy addition to the series, as it puts you together with one of the screen's most unforgettable characters, `Crocodile' Dundee. 7/10.
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    • Sep 20, 2002

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 25, 1988 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
      • Japanese
    • Also known as
      • Crocodile Dundee 2
    • Filming locations
      • Vanderbilt Museum, Centerpoint, Long Island, New York, USA
    • Production companies
      • Paramount Pictures
      • Rimfire Films
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $14,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $109,306,210
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $24,462,976
      • May 30, 1988
    • Gross worldwide
      • $239,606,210
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 48 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Stereo
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.39 : 1

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