Bill Newcott Movies For The Rest Of Us Jun 14, 2026 4/5

Will future film schools dissect the simple pleasures of Paddington 2? I’m guessing not, but then again, a lot of filmmakers could use a lesson or two in making a movie that is both perfectly executed and perfectly fun.

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Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson Jul 23, 2025 5/5

Brimming with cinematic and family-themed amusement and timeless with the effectiveness of kindness, "Paddington 2" is an genuine delight on multiple levels.

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Matt Brunson Film Frenzy Apr 17, 2025 3/4

Charming, humorous, and full of heart.

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Sebastian Zavala Kahn Me gusta el cine Jan 14, 2025 5/5

Between Paul King's direction, the neatly written script and the bombastic performances, “Paddington 2” moved me, made me laugh and made me cry. [Full review in Spanish].

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William Stottor Loud and Clear Reviews Jul 11, 2024 4.5/5

Paddington 2 delivers an even more impressive celebration of pure decency and kindness breaking down evil.

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Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies Aug 24, 2022 4.5/5

“Paddington 2” is one of those rare sequels that’s better than its predecessor in nearly every way.

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Dennis Harvey 48 Hills May 2, 2022

The cuddly 2017 sequel that could well be the single best feature film of the last decade no childless adult ever even thought about watching...

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Justin Brown Medium Popcorn Apr 29, 2022 2/5

As a man who is dead inside, I couldn't fully buy in to the world of Paddington but I watched with my son and he did enjoy it, which is something. Just not for me.

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Brandon Collins Medium Popcorn Apr 29, 2022 4/5

This was incredibly entertaining and surprised me at every turn. All of the actors committed, the story was very sweet and I laughed several times.

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Cate Young Thirty, Flirty + Film Nov 6, 2021

What so sweet about this film is that it knows that it's fantastical in its premise, but it invites us to imagine a kinder, softer more sincere world anyway.

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Eddie Harrison film-authority.com May 28, 2021 2/5

...the charm is entirely missing from the two Paddington films....

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Nick Levine NME (New Musical Express) May 5, 2021 4/5

The result is another heartwarming and completely charming film with jokes that will tickle kids and adults alike. Bring on Paddington 3.

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Andrew F. Peirce The Curb Mar 31, 2021

A guiding light in the dark to help place a worldwide blanket of comfort over us all, all the while placing a hand on our shoulders and saying, if you're kind and polite, the world will be right.

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Richard Crouse Richard Crouse Feb 28, 2021 4.5/5

A film for the whole family; it's one of those rare movies for children it doesn't just feel like an excuse to sell toys.

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Paul McGuire Grimes KSTP-TV (St. Paul, MN) Nov 5, 2020 3/5

Wholesome family fun full of humor, charm, and a little adventure along the way.

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Karen Han Polygon Sep 29, 2020

The thing about the Paddington movies is that they are perfect.

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Richard Propes TheIndependentCritic.com Aug 31, 2020 4.0/4.0

Paddington 2 is absolutely the perfect film for the post-holiday cinematic season.

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Matt Cipolla Film Monthly Jul 23, 2020 4/5

[T]he filmmakers understand and appreciate the audience, providing a steady stream of pratfalls and British humor that serves children and adults without ever condescending.

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Steven Prokopy Third Coast Review May 27, 2020

The film will put a big grin on your face, even if you don't find it laugh-out-loud funny. As tedious as they can be, sometimes watching movies about good people helping each other makes a world of difference.

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Sarah Knight Adamson Sarah's Backstage Pass Jan 27, 2020 3.5/4

The comedy, acting, set design are all outstanding.

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