Meet the Cast of Daddy's Home 2
Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, and Mel Gibson Lead the Cast
Daddy's Home 2 is a movie starring Will Ferrell, Mark Wahlberg, and Mel Gibson as three generations of dads. The movie follows the original Daddy's Home, which was released in 2015, and follows the story of two fathers—Brad (Ferrell) and Dusty (Wahlberg)—as they struggle to parent their kids together. This time around, the fathers are joined by their fathers—Brad's (Gibson) and Dusty's (John Lithgow)—for the holidays, making for an even more chaotic and funny dynamic.
John Cena, John Lithgow, and Linda Cardellini Round Out the Cast
John Cena, who has previously starred in blockbusters such as Bumblebee, Trainwreck, and Blockers, plays the role of Roger, Brad's macho brother-in-law. John Lithgow, who is known for his beloved roles in 3rd Rock from the Sun, Footloose, and Terms of Endearment, plays Don, Dusty's father. Linda Cardellini, who is famous for her roles in Freaks and Geeks, Scooby-Doo, and ER, plays Sara, Dusty's ex-wife. These three round out the cast of Daddy's Home 2.
Other Cast Members
The cast of Daddy's Home 2 also includes Owen Vaccaro as Dylan, the son of Brad and Sara; Scarlett Estevez as Megan, the daughter of Dusty and Sara; Owen Vaccaro as Adrien, Brad's son; and Alessandra Ambrosio as Karen, Dusty's girlfriend. Additionally, there are several supporting cast members, such as Didi Costine as Grandma Emma and Cedric Yarbrough as Uncle Dave.
The Director of Daddy's Home 2
Daddy's Home 2 was directed by Sean Anders, who is also known for directing films such as We're the Millers, Hot Tub Time Machine 2, and Instant Family. The film was written by Anders and John Morris, who also wrote the script for Daddy's Home.
The Plot of Daddy's Home 2
The plot of Daddy's Home 2 follows Brad and Dusty as they attempt to co-parent during the holidays. This time, however, they must also contend with the overbearing fathers. Brad's father is an old-school, macho man, while Dusty's father is a touchy-feely type. As the fathers compete for their children's attention, Brad and Dusty must find a way to keep the peace and show their children what it really means to be a family.
Daddy's Home 2 is a Comedy Film
Daddy's Home 2 is a comedy film that is sure to bring plenty of laughs. With an all-star cast, hilarious script, and heartwarming plot, Daddy's Home 2 is sure to be a hit with audiences of all ages. Be sure to check out Daddy's Home 2 when it hits theaters on November 10th, 2023!