Good Burger 2, the anticipated sequel to the Nickelodeon classic, is set to premiere on television soon. Get all the details on its release date, cast, and more.
For those who grew up in the 90s, the iconic line "Welcome to Good Burger, home of the Good Burger, can I take your order?" holds a special place in their hearts. Originally a sketch from the highly popular children's show All That, Good Burger was brought to life as a feature film by Nickelodeon, similar to the kid-friendly version of Saturday Night Live.
Good Burger 2, the sequel to the highly successful film that grossed $23.7 million, surpassing its $8.5 million budget, upon its release on July 25, 1997, is currently in development. This film played a pivotal role in catapulting the careers of several talented comedians in Hollywood. Now, after 26 years, fans can eagerly anticipate the release of the much-anticipated sequel. Let's delve into everything we currently know about Good Burger 2, including its release date, cast, and more.
Good Burger 2 release date: When does it come out?
Good Burger 2 will be released on November 22, 2023, on Paramount+.
Unlike its predecessor, the sequel will not have a theatrical release and will be shown on Paramount+, which you can subscribe to for $4.99.
The movie has started filming as one of the stars shared a video of the cast on set in their iconic costumes.
Good Burger 2 cast: Who’s in it?
The original writers of the film, Kevin Kopelow and Heath Seifert, will be responsible for writing the sequel. However, a new director, Phil Trail, will be taking the reins for its filming. While the first film was directed by Brian Robbins, who has previously directed movies like Varsity Blues and The Shaggy Dog, Phil Trail is known for his work in directing television shows such as The Middle, Brooklyn Nine-Nine, and Modern Family.
Good Burger 2 includes the following notable cast members:
Kenan Thompson as Dexter Reed
Kel Mitchell as Ed
Carmen Electra as Roxanne
Shar Jackson as Monique
Josh Server as Fizz
Alex R. Hibbert as Ed2
Lori Beth Denberg as Connie Muldoon
Good Burger trailer: Is there a trailer?
The roles that Thompson and Mitchell are reprising in the original film were initially portrayed by them in the Good Burger sketch on the kids' version of Saturday Night Live called All That, which aired on Nickelodeon. This sketch remained a part of All That throughout its five seasons before being adapted into a movie.
Yes, a hilarious teaser trailer was released on August 22, which you can watch below:
Paramount posted another trailer ahead of Good Burger 2’s premiere date on its YouTube channel. You can check it out below:
Good Burger 2 plot: What is it about?
Good Burger 2 will see Dexter and Ed reunite once again at the burger franchise that birthed their friendship.
Variety reports that in the sequel, Dexter Reed (played by Thompson) faces a streak of bad luck following yet another failed invention. Ed (played by Mitchell) warmly welcomes Dex back to Good Burger and reinstates his previous position. With a fresh team at Good Burger, Dex concocts a scheme to rebuild his life, unknowingly jeopardizing the fate of the beloved establishment once more. It promises to be an enjoyable experience witnessing Thompson and Mitchell reunited, indulging in burgers, battling villains, and consuming copious amounts of orange soda like before.
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Editor's P/S
As a passionate fan of the original "Good Burger" movie, I am thrilled about the upcoming sequel, "Good Burger 2". The original film holds a special place in my heart, and I have fond memories of watching it with my friends and family. I am excited to see the return of Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell as Dexter Reed and Ed, respectively. Their comedic chemistry was one of the highlights of the first movie, and I am eager to see what they bring to the table in the sequel.
The plot of "Good Burger 2" seems promising, with Dexter facing a streak of bad luck and Ed welcoming him back to Good Burger. The idea of Dex concocting a scheme to rebuild his life while unknowingly jeopardizing the fate of the restaurant is an intriguing premise. I am also curious to see how the new characters, such as Ed2 and Connie Muldoon, will interact with the original cast.