{
  "id": 13676476,
  "title": "Netflix just added one of my favorite comedies of all time — and it’s the most side-splitting sequel I’ve ever seen",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/11/netflix-just-added-one-of-my-favorite-comedies-of-all-time-and-its",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-11T07:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Tom's Guide",
    "slug": "tom-s-guide",
    "url": "https://www.tomsguide.com/entertainment/netflix/netflix-just-added-one-of-my-favorite-comedies-of-all-time-and-its-the-most-side-splitting-sequel-ive-ever-seen"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Netflix has introduced a fresh lineup of films and shows this October 2026. Among the noteworthy additions is the 2014 sequel \"22 Jump Street\", a comedy that has become one of the writer’s most beloved follow-ups. Directed by the creative duo Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the film reunites Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum as undercover officers Morton Schmidt and Greg Jenko. Their mission? To infiltrate a college and bring down the supplier of a dangerous new narcotic called WHYPHY (Work Hard? Yes. Play Hard? Yes.). The sequel, as predictable as it may sound, is anything but dull. It humorously pokes fun at the idea of sequels in general, with a memorable line from Chief Hardy (Nick Offerman) about the initial failure of a Jump Street reboot. Instead of being sent to a Korean church, Schmidt and Jenko now operate out of a high-tech office, overseen by Captain Dickson (Ice Cube). The film is packed with hilarious scenes, including Schmidt's terrifying encounter with an octopus and the awkward fight between Jonah Hill and Jillian Bell after they eat brownies laced with WHYPHY. Despite its budget, \"22 Jump Street\" was a massive box office success, grossing over $300 million. The combination of Hill and Tatum's chemistry, the film's well-executed setpieces, and Ice Cube's standout performance make it an absolute must-watch. So, grab some popcorn and get ready for a riotously funny ride on Netflix.",
  "summary": "Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum prove sequels can do it better than the OG in this fantastic college comedy.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}