Pitch Perfect 2 (2015)
The Barden Bellas are back, louder and more harmonious than ever, chasing glory on the world's biggest a cappella stage.
Pitch Perfect 2 - Movie Information
- Original Title: Pitch Perfect 2
- Release Year: 2015
- Directed by: Elizabeth Banks
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Comedy, Music
- Age Rating (US): PG-13
- Runtime: 1h 55m
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- Release Date (Theatrical): May 7, 2015 (Australia - M), May 15, 2015 (United States - PG-13), May 15, 2015 (United Kingdom - 12A), May 14, 2015 (Germany - 6), July 22, 2015 (France - U), August 13, 2015 (Brazil - 12), May 28, 2015 (Italy - Kids+13), May 22, 2015 (Spain - 12), May 28, 2015 (South Korea - 15)
- Alternative Titles: La Note Parfaite 2 (FR), Dando la nota: 2 - Aún más alto (ES), 피치퍼펙트 2 (KR), 歌喉讚2 (TW)
- Production Companies: Brownstone Productions, Gold Circle Films, Universal Pictures
- Production Countries: United States of America
Pitch Perfect 2 - Plot
The Bellas are back, and they are better than ever. After being humiliated in front of none other than the President of the United States of America, the Bellas are taken out of the Aca-Circuit. In order to clear their name, and regain their status, the Bellas take on a seemingly impossible task: winning an international competition no American team has ever won. In order to accomplish this monumental task, they need to strengthen the bonds of friendship and sisterhood and blow away the competition with their amazing aca-magic! With all new friends and old rivals tagging along for the trip, the Bellas can hopefully accomplish their dreams.
Pitch Perfect 2 - Trailer
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Pitch Perfect 2 - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Elizabeth Banks
Main Cast
- Anna Kendrick
- Brittany Snow
- Hailee Steinfeld
- Rebel Wilson
- Ester Dean
- Adam Devine
- Skylar Astin
- Hana Mae Lee
- Elizabeth Banks
- Ben Platt
Writers
- Kay Cannon
Producers
- Elizabeth Banks
- Paul Brooks
- Max Handelman
Pitch Perfect 2 - FAQs
What is Pitch Perfect 2 about?
Pitch Perfect 2 follows the Barden Bellas after a disastrous performance in front of the President forces them out of competition. To restore their reputation, they enter a prestigious international a cappella tournament no American group has ever won, relying on friendship, harmony, and a whole lot of aca-magic to pull it off.
Is there a post-credits scene in Pitch Perfect 2?
Yes! Pitch Perfect 2 includes a fun post-credits stinger, so don't rush out of the theater when the credits roll. It's a brief but entertaining bonus moment that fans of the franchise will definitely appreciate.
Where can you stream Pitch Perfect 2 right now?
You can stream Pitch Perfect 2 on Netflix or Netflix Standard with Ads. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and FlixFling — plenty of options to catch the Bellas in action.
Who are the main cast members in Pitch Perfect 2?
The ensemble is packed with talent. Anna Kendrick returns as Beca, Rebel Wilson steals scenes as Fat Amy, and Hailee Steinfeld joins the group as newcomer Emily Junk. Brittany Snow, Ester Dean, Skylar Astin, Adam Devine, Hana Mae Lee, Elizabeth Banks, and Ben Platt round out the fun cast.
Who are the villains the Bellas face in the competition?
The Bellas' main rivals are Das Sound Machine, a powerhouse German a cappella group led by the intimidating Kommissar (Birgitte Hjort Sørensen) and Pieter Krämer (Flula Borg). They're slick, technically flawless, and genuinely threatening — making them some of the most memorable antagonists in the franchise.
Did Pitch Perfect 2 outperform the original at the box office?
Massively. Pitch Perfect 2 grossed over $287 million worldwide against a $29 million budget, dwarfing the original film's earnings. It opened at number one and became one of the highest-grossing music comedies ever, proving the Bellas had grown into a genuine pop-culture phenomenon.
Is Pitch Perfect 2 worth watching?
If you loved the first film, absolutely. Pitch Perfect 2 delivers more of the sharp humor, catchy musical performances, and lovable ensemble chemistry that made the original a hit. Critics found it a crowd-pleasing sequel, and audiences responded enthusiastically, turning it into a massive box-office success.
Was Pitch Perfect 2 Elizabeth Banks' directorial debut?
Yes! Elizabeth Banks, who also appears on screen as commentator Gail Abernathy-McKadden, made her feature directorial debut with Pitch Perfect 2. It was a remarkable first outing — the film opened at number one and became one of the most successful directorial debuts in Hollywood history.
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