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Spinal Tap II: Reunion Earns Mixed Reviews, Low Box Office

9/17/2025

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"Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" reunites the band 16 years later, exploring their new lives.
The film leans towards reverence over satire, a common issue in comedy sequels.
It holds a 67% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating mixed critical reception despite poor box office performance.
Drummer Mike Portnoy defends the film, valuing the reunion of original characters.
It opened to $1.6 million domestically against a $22.6 million budget.

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Story summary

"Spinal Tap II: The End Continues" reunites the band 16 years later, exploring their new lives.
The film leans towards reverence over satire, a common issue in comedy sequels.
It holds a 67% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating mixed critical reception despite poor box office performance.
Drummer Mike Portnoy defends the film, valuing the reunion of original characters.
It opened to $1.6 million domestically against a $22.6 million budget.