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Indian Express
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
The Accountant 2 movie review: Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal starrer is an oddball bromance dressed up as a thriller
Every once in a while, Hollywood returns to a property that probably didn't need a sequel but gets one anyway because, well, why not? The Accountant 2 is one such. The 2016 original was a strange cocktail: part crime thriller, part character study of an autistic accountant with a very particular set of skills, and part action film where mathematics and murder intersected in ways viewers didn't expect. It wasn't perfect, but it had its moments. This time around, director Gavin O'Connor leans even more into the bizarre tone, producing a film that is alarmingly weird, occasionally funny, frequently entertaining, and almost entirely pointless. The Accountant 2 doesn't pretend to have a burning narrative reason to exist. The plot, if you can call it that, is a loose collection of events strung together by a single thread. Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) returns, this time embroiled in a vague murder mystery that somehow snowballs into a conspiracy involving human trafficking, corruption, and some good old-fashioned beatdowns. It sounds compelling on paper, but only until you realise that none of it really matters. The plot isn't so much driven as it is dragged along by the need to give Christian and his estranged brother Braxton (Jon Bernthal) something to do between action scenes. Unlike the first film, which, for all its quirks, had a coherent through-line of trauma, intelligence, and moral ambiguity, this sequel feels like it was reverse-engineered from a few cool action beats and brotherly banter. The rest is filler. The highlight of the film, by far, is the chemistry between Affleck and Bernthal. Their brotherly banter, punches – verbal and physical – and occasional heartfelt moments elevate the film from a forgettable thriller to mildly memorable buddy movie. Every time Affleck's cold, emotionally-muted Christian clashes with Bernthal's boisterous, impulsive Braxton, you find yourself hooting and chuckling. It's the kind of dynamic that feels like it belongs more in a Shane Black film (a la The Nice Guys or Kiss Kiss Bang Bang) than in a tense thriller about accounting and assassination. Every time the story begins to build a sense of dread or tension, it gets sidetracked by a sudden joke or an oddly wholesome exchange. This derails the mood, like finding a TikTok dance break in the middle of Prisoners. You might find yourself laughing at moments you were never meant to. And that's the strange magic of this sequel – it wants to be serious, but it's so caught up in entertaining you, it forgets to tell a story that goes anywhere. To its credit, The Accountant 2 still knows how to stage a fight. The action is clean, crisp, and competently executed. If you came purely for Affleck breaking arms with dead-eyed precision, you won't leave disappointed. But even the action lacks a sense of urgency. It feels like it's happening because the movie feels obligated to keep the energy up – not because the stakes demand it. The first Accountant toyed with the idea of neurodivergence and weaponised intelligence, and while it wasn't a flawless representation, it offered something unique. This time, Christian's condition feels more like a plot device than a character trait. There's no real development, no emotional evolution – just another excuse for Affleck to monologue about prime numbers in between interactions. If this film were a spreadsheet, it would be labelled 'Sequel: Just Because.' It's better than the first in terms of scale and some emotional beats, but that's like saying a slightly burnt toast is better than completely charred – you're still left chewing on something dry. There's no real point to this continuation. No thematic weight. No personal journey. Christian isn't grappling with anything new. The mission doesn't challenge him. Even the resolution feels perfunctory, like the writers knew they had to wrap it up somewhere and figured, 'eh, this'll do.' It's not bad enough to hate. It's just not good enough to matter. Is The Accountant 2 enjoyable? Yes, in the way a lazy Sunday watch on Prime Video is enjoyable. You'll chuckle at some lines, nod at some action sequences, and forget most of it by dinner. It's a perfectly fine distraction — a popcorn entertainer that occasionally mistakes quirk for quality. But special? No. Thought-provoking? Hardly. Necessary? Not even remotely. In a world where action-thrillers are sharpening their edges, this feels like something from a different time, when simply putting a gun in the hands of a famous actor was enough to justify a movie. Maybe in 2010, this would've wowed. In 2025, it feels quaint. And yet, despite all that, I wouldn't mind seeing these brothers again. Maybe in a better script. Or a completely different genre. Something where their accidental comedy is the point, not the detour. The Accountant 2 The Accountant 2 Cast – Ben Affleck, Jon Bernthal, Cynthia Addai-Robinson, J.K. Simmons, Allison Robertson The Accountant 2 Director – Gavin O'Connor The Accountant 2 Rating – 2.5/5
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Somber Ben Affleck leaves restaurant solo after Jennifer Garner's PDA with boyfriend John Miller
Putting his best foot forward. A somber-looking Ben Affleck was pictured leaving a restaurant in Beverly Hills, Calif., on Friday night — only hours after photos of his ex-wife Jennifer Garner and John Miller kissing in public emerged online. The 'Accountant 2' star exited Steak 48 wearing a gray cardigan over a blue button-down shirt and dark jeans tucked into his beige boots. Shortly before Affleck's outing, the '13 Going On 30' star was seen locking lips with her longtime boyfriend. Photos shared by TMZ on Friday showed Garner passionately kissing Miller in a steamy embrace outside his Los Angeles home on Thursday. The 'Alias' alum, 53, wore a casual blue plaid shirt and black pants while making out with Miller, 47. She also clutched her keys and a phone during the hot encounter. Garner's PDA moment squashed any hope that she and Affleck might reunite following his divorce from Jennifer Lopez after two years of marriage. Speculation went into overdrive after Affleck, 52, was seen embracing Garner during a family paintball outing in March. 'They really do have a close bond,' a source previously told Page Six of the exes, who share kids Violet, 19, Seraphina, 16, and Samuel, 13. While Miller, who's been dating Garner on and off since 2018, supports her co-parenting relationship with Affleck, he felt Affleck 'crossed the line' during the paintball outing, so he issued an ultimatum. 'He doesn't want to see anything like that again or he has no choice but to walk away,' the insider told us in January. Affleck 'would love another chance' with Garner, a source exclusively told Page Six in March. However, he 'respects Jen's relationship with John and would never come between them.' And Garner isn't interested, we're told — she is 'happy' with the CaliBurger CEO. Garner and Affleck were married from 2005 to 2018.
Daily Record
05-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Prime Video adds 'one of the best sequels ever' two months after cinema release
Fans think it was one of the best films released this year Prime Video has just added what's being hailed as the 'action film of the year' and 'one of the best sequels ever'. The Accountant 2, a follow-up to the 2016 original, is now part of Amazon's streaming library as of today (June 5), despite only hitting cinemas earlier this year. The first film, considered a hidden gem by many, can be viewed with a Sky Cinema subscription or a NOW membership. Ben Affleck reprises his role as forensic accountant Christian Wolff in the sequel, teaming up with his estranged yet deadly brother, portrayed by Jon Bernthal, to hunt down elusive assassins. Rumours of a sequel began circulating in 2017, but as time passed, it seemed to fade from fans' minds. Speculation about a third instalment has also been rife, with filming for the sequel only starting in March last year. Despite lukewarm critical reception for the first film, it became a fan favourite, and followers have finally been rewarded with a sequel. Bill Dubuque, the original writer who later created the Netflix series Ozark, returned to write the script and also took on directing duties, reports Bristol Live. The sequel has outperformed its predecessor both commercially and critically, earning a 77% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Fans have been quick to laud it both as a standalone action film and for its achievements as a sequel. One devotee put it succinctly: "one of the best sequels ever". Another remarked: "This is probably the best action movie of the year. The test of a good sequel, for me, is that it works as movie in its own right, which this does. Whilst it will not win any Oscars, it was thoroughly enjoyable and made us laugh. The story line connects well to the original movie and the dynamic between the brothers is both funny and serious at the same time." Sharing their verdict on social media, another added: "This is how you do a sequel! The Accountant 2 blew me away. Unlike most action sequels that just go bigger and louder, this one slows down when it needs to and it works. The relationship between the brothers actually matters, and that emotional core gives the action real weight." They elaborated: "There's comedy that actually made me laugh, a bit of romance, and a moment or two that hit surprisingly hard. And yeah, when it's time to throw down, the fight scenes are slick, brutal, and insanely fun to watch. I came for the action, stayed for the characters, and left fully satisfied. Give me The Accountant 3 now!" While many spectators had previously declared the original film as Affleck's finest hour, some are now suggesting that the follow-up offers Daredevil actor Bernthal his crowning moment. One viewer praised Bernthal's performance, saying: "Bernthal is a national treasure. It was nice to see him do his thing in an action movie and not have nightmares from his grunting noises he does as the Punisher. He has never disappointed in any film, and made this movie 100% better just being in it."
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'The Accountant 2' is releasing on an OTT platform this week; Check out the details
'The Accountant 2' starring Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal will soon see the light of the smaller screens, as the film will be releasing on OTT this week. The sequel will continue to 'find the accountant' as Christian Wolff tries to find out who murdered his former associate. When and where is 'The Accountant 2' releasing? Amazon Prime Video recently announced that the sequel would be streaming on their OTT platform from June 5. 'Christian Wolff has a talent for solving complex problems. When an old acquaintance is murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message to 'find the accountant,' Wolff is compelled to solve the case,' according to the official logline provided by the Amazon MGM Studios. What will happen in 'The Accountant 2"? Only this time, when Wolff is trying to solve the case, he recruits his highly lethal brother, Braxton Wolff (Jon). The brothers partner up with the U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), and while they try to uncover the conspiracy theory, they become the target of the murderers who won't stop to keep their secrets buried. Along with the aforementioned cast, other stars of Gavin O'Connor's film include J. K. Simmons, Daniella Pineda , Allison Robertson, Andrew Howard, Robert Morgan, Grant Harvey , and many more. How are the characters different.... At a global press conference of 'Accountant 2' attended by ETimes, Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal discussed about how their roles are different from previous blockbuster franchises like 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice' and 'The Punisher,' respectively. Ben stated, 'To me, what makes the action in 'The Accountant 2' so unique is that it's always rooted in character motivation. It's not about creating a shot that looks cool or building a sequence for visual flair. Everything is driven by what these characters want and why they are fighting in the first place.' Jon Bernthal continued, 'You can't lie in a fight - you just can't. What you want is right there, so if you are going for it, you have got to know why. Gavin has a hunger to really dive into what makes these characters tick. For Brax, the emotional baggage from their childhood and their father's influence is always there. The violence isn't just for show - it's way to express love and loyalty.' Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Yahoo
02-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Accountant 2 Prime Video Streaming Release Date Revealed for Ben Affleck Movie
An Amazon Prime Video streaming release date for has been announced. The Accountant 2 was released in United States theaters in April 2025 from Amazon MGM Studios. Directed by Gavin O'Connor, the sequel to 2016's The Accountant sees Ben Affleck reprise his role as Christian Wolff while Jon Bernthal also returns as Braxton. The Accountant 2 will begin streaming globally on Prime Video on Thursday, June 5, 2025. The official synopsis for the sequel movie reads, 'Christian Wolff (Ben Affleck) has a talent for solving complex problems. When an old acquaintance is murdered, leaving behind a cryptic message to 'find the accountant,' Wolff is compelled to solve the case. Realizing more extreme measures are necessary, Wolff recruits his estranged and highly lethal brother, Brax (Jon Bernthal), to help. In partnership with U.S. Treasury Deputy Director Marybeth Medina (Cynthia Addai-Robinson), they uncover a deadly conspiracy, becoming targets of a ruthless network of killers who will stop at nothing to keep their secrets buried.' The cast further includes Daniella Pineda, Allison Robertson, and J.K. Simmons. Bill Dubuque wrote the script for the film, while Affleck, Lynette Howell Taylor, and Mark Williams serve as producers. The Accountant 2 made a little over $100 million at the global box office. It received mostly positive reviews from critics, as it currently has a 76 percent fresh score on Rotten Tomatoes. O'Connor, who also directed the first film in the franchise, has previously said that he wants to make a whole trilogy of The Accountant movies. While The Accountant 3 has not yet been officially confirmed, the director has also said there won't be a nine-year wait this time around, as there was between The Accountant and The Accountant 2. Source: Prime Video The post The Accountant 2 Prime Video Streaming Release Date Revealed for Ben Affleck Movie appeared first on - Movie Trailers, TV & Streaming News, and More.
