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22 Jump Street
The faces of the two officers wearing colorful sunglasses, and holding guns up beside their faces. Above them is the number '22' in red.
Theatrical release poster
Directed byPhil Lord
Christopher Miller
Screenplay by
Story by
Based on21 Jump Street
by Patrick Hasburgh
Stephen J. Cannell
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyBarry Peterson
Edited by
Music byMark Mothersbaugh
Production
companies
Distributed by
Release dates
  • June 4, 2014 (2014-06-04) (New York City)
  • June 13, 2014 (2014-06-13) (United States)
Running time
112 minutes[3]
CountryUnited States[2]
LanguageEnglish
Budget$50–84.5 million[4][5][6]
Box office$331.3 million[4]

22 Jump Street is a 2014 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, written by Jonah Hill, Michael Bacall, Oren Uziel and Rodney Rothman and produced by and starring Hill and Channing Tatum. Ice Cube and Peter Stormare also star. It is the sequel to the 2012 film 21 Jump Street, which is based on the television series of the same name. The plot follows police officers Schmidt and Jenko as they go undercover at a college in order to find the supplier of a new drug.

Plans for a Jump Street sequel began the week of the first film's release. Hill and Tatum were quickly confirmed to be reprising their roles, while Miller and Lord announced they'd be returning to direct in July 2013. Filming took place from September to December of that same year in New Orleans, Louisiana, as well as San Juan, Puerto Rico.

22 Jump Street premiered on June 4, 2014, in New York City, and was theatrically released in the United States on June 13 by Columbia Pictures and Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM). It received generally positive reviews from critics and grossed $331 million worldwide. A third film, as well as a female-led spin-off and a possible crossover with the Men in Black franchise, were discussed but never came to fruition.

Plot

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Two years following their success in the 21 Jump Street program, Schmidt and Jenko are back on the streets investigating narcotics trafficking. However, after failing in the pursuit of a group of drug dealers led by "The Ghost", Deputy Chief Hardy puts the duo back on the undercover program to work for Captain Dickson – now located across the street at 22 Jump Street. Their assignment is to go undercover as college students and locate the supplier of a synthetic drug known as "WHY-PHY" (Work Hard? Yes, Play Hard? Yes) that killed a student photographed buying it on campus from a dealer.

At college, Jenko befriends a pair of jocks named Zook and Rooster, who soon become the prime suspects of the investigation. Jenko starts attending parties with the jocks who do not take as kindly to Schmidt. Meanwhile, Schmidt gets the attention of an art student, Maya, by feigning an interest in slam poetry. After hitting it off immediately, the two have sex together, to the chagrin of Maya's roommate Mercedes, and Schmidt later finds out that Maya is the daughter of Captain Dickson, whom Schmidt bragged to about "getting laid", much to his dismay. Despite sleeping together, Maya tells Schmidt not to take it seriously, and he starts to feel left out as Jenko bonds more and more with Zook who encourages him to join the football team.

When Schmidt and Jenko are unable to identify the dealer, they visit Mr. Walters and Eric in prison for advice (with Eric being in a forced relationship with Mr. Walters, who received a vagina after Schmidt shot his penis off), and Walters points out a unique tattoo on the arm of the dealer in the photograph. Whilst hanging out with Zook and Rooster, Jenko notices that Rooster does not have the tattoo but sees it on Zook's arm. Schmidt and Jenko are invited to join a fraternity led by the jocks, but Schmidt refuses, furthering the tension between the two as Jenko passes their requirements. They later realize that Zook is not the dealer but rather another customer. Soon afterwards, they find The Ghost and his men on campus, but The Ghost again evades them. Jenko reveals to Schmidt that he has been offered a football scholarship with Zook and is uncertain about his future as a police officer. After a car chase across campus, Schmidt reveals his true identity and moves out of the dorm, angering Maya.

Spring break arrives, and Schmidt goes after The Ghost. He is joined by Jenko, so the two can have one final mission together. The pair head to the beach where The Ghost is likely to be dealing WHY-PHY. Inside a bar, they find Mercedes, who is The Ghost's daughter, giving instructions to other dealers. The pair, backed up by Dickson and the rest of Jump Street, ambush the meeting, causing the Ghost to flee and Mercedes to take Dickson as a hostage. Schmidt chases after Mercedes, and after a scuffle apprehends her with the help of Dickson and Maya. The Ghost attempts to escape in a helicopter; Schmidt and Jenko manage to jump across to it and both let go, where Jenko then throws a grenade into the helicopter. The Ghost celebrates his victory prematurely while the grenade explodes. Jenko tells Schmidt that he still wants to be a police officer as he believes their differences help their partnership, and the two reconcile in front of a cheering crowd. Dickson approaches them claiming to have a new mission undercover at a medical school.

During the end credits, Jenko and Schmidt go on a variety of undercover missions to different schools, which are portrayed as 21 fictional sequels, one in which Schmidt is played by Seth Rogen (which only Jenko seemed to notice) after a contract dispute with Jonah Hill; an animated series; a video game; an electronic target game; and a toy line. One mission features Detective Booker while another sees the return of The Ghost, who somehow survived the helicopter explosion. The post-credits scene shows Eric and Mr. Walters lying in bed together, with Mr. Walters suggesting that he's pregnant with Eric's child.

Cast

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Production

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On March 17, 2012, Sony Pictures announced that it was pursuing a sequel to 21 Jump Street, signing a deal that would see Jonah Hill and Michael Bacall return to write a script treatment that would be again developed by Bacall and undergo rewrites by Oren Uziel and Rodney Rothman.[10] The film was originally scheduled to be released on June 6, 2014.[11] On May 8, 2013, it was announced that the film would be pushed back a week until June 13, 2014.[12] In June 2013, it was announced the film would be titled 22 Jump Street.[13] In July 2013, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller confirmed they would return to direct the film.[14] On September 6, 2013, Amber Stevens joined the cast of the film.[7] On September 27, 2013, Kurt Russell mentioned that his son Wyatt turned down a role in The Hunger Games sequels to star in 22 Jump Street.[15] Principal photography began on September 28, 2013, in New Orleans, Louisiana, which was also followed by location shots in San Juan, Puerto Rico (standing in for the fictional "Puerto Mexico" for the spring break scenes), and ended on December 15, 2013.[16][17] On-campus scenes featuring the fictional MC State were filmed on the uptown campus of Tulane University.[18]

According to Phil Lord and Christopher Miller in the home release commentary, they wanted Cate Blanchett for the end credits sequence in a cameo appearance as a follow-up to the carte blanche joke, but she was busy with Carol, The Monuments Men and How to Train Your Dragon 2.

The end titles, featuring satirical concepts for an ongoing series of Jump Street films and merchandise, were designed by the studio Alma Mater.[19]

Music

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Main article: 22 Jump Street (soundtrack)

The score for the film was composed by Mark Mothersbaugh and was released by La-La Land Records on a double disc album, limited to 2,000 copies, in September 2014. The second disc of the album also contains the score from the film's predecessor, 21 Jump Street, composed by Mothersbaugh as well.[20]

A soundtrack album was also released, featuring songs used in the film and others specially released for it. The first single was "22 Jump Street", performed by Angel Haze and Ludacris. Songs such as "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon, "Higher" by Creed, #STUPiDFACEDD" by wallpaper., "Drop Girl" by Ice Cube and others were used during the film, but weren't included in the album. It was released on 10 June 2014 and reached #129 on Billboard 200, #4 in US Top Electronic Albums and #6 in US Top Soundtrack Albums.[21]

Release

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Box office

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22 Jump Street grossed $191.7 million in North America and $139.4 million in other countries for a worldwide total of $331.3 million, against a budget of $84.5 million.[4][6] It outgrossed the first Jump Street film, which made a total of $201.6 million during its theatrical run.[22] Deadline Hollywood calculated the net profit of the film to be $144.4 million, when factoring together "production budgets, P&A, talent participations and other costs, with box office grosses, and ancillary revenues from VOD to DVD and TV," placing it 10th on their list of 2014's "Most Valuable Blockbusters".[23]

22 Jump Street grossed $5.5 million at its early Thursday night showings.[24] On its opening day it grossed $25 million, including the early Thursday showings.[25] In North America, the film opened at number one in its first weekend, with $57.1 million.[26] In its second weekend, the film dropped to number two, grossing an additional $27.5 million.[27] In its third weekend, the film stayed at number two, grossing $15.8 million.[28] In its fourth weekend, the film dropped to number three, grossing $9.8 million.[29]

Critical response

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On Rotten Tomatoes 22 Jump Street has an approval rating of 84% based on 224 reviews, with an average rating of 7.00/10. The site's critical consensus reads, "Boasting even more of the bromantic chemistry between its stars – and even more of the goofy, good-natured humor that made its predecessor so much fun – 22 Jump Street is the rare sequel that improves upon the original."[30] On Metacritic, the film has a weighted average score of 71 out of 100, based on 46 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reviews.[31] Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "A−" on an A+ to F scale, higher than the 'B' received by its predecessor.[32]

Inkoo Kang of The Wrap gave the film a positive review, saying "If 22 isn't as trim and tight as its predecessor, it's certainly smarter and more heartfelt. Whether this sequel is better than the original is up for debate, but the franchise has definitely grown up."[33] Chris Nashawaty of Entertainment Weekly gave the film a B−, saying "Hill's neurotic-motormouth act and Tatum's lovable-lunkhead shtick still shoot giddy sparks."[34] Claudia Puig of USA Today gave the film three out of four stars, saying "This is the ultimate meta movie. The repetition is exactly the point."[35]

Jocelyn Noveck of the Associated Press gave the film three out of four stars, saying "Hill and Tatum ... have a Laurel-and-Hardy-like implausible chemistry that keeps you laughing pretty much no matter what they're doing."[36] Bill Goodykoontz of The Arizona Republic gave the film four out of five stars, saying "What makes it all work is the chemistry between Hill and Tatum, which in turn, of course, is a rich source of the film's humor."[37] Michael Phillips of the Chicago Tribune gave the film three out of four stars, saying "The peculiar sweetness of 21 Jump Street has taken a hiatus in 22 Jump Street, a brazen sequel that's both slightly disappointing and a reliable, often riotous 'laffer' in the old Variety trade-magazine parlance."[38] Peter Travers of Rolling Stone gave the film three out of four stars, saying "22 Jump Street is damn funny, sometimes outrageously so. It laughs at its own dumb logic and invites us in on the fun."[39] Joe Neumaier of the New York Daily News gave the film three out of four stars, saying "Like its stars, Jump Street gets extra credit for getting by on charm while sticking to the rules."[40] Ian Buckwalter of NPR gave the film a seven out of ten, saying "What separates 22 Jump Street from sequel mediocrity is that everyone's in on the joke."[41]

Sean Fitz-Gerald of The Denver Post gave the film three out of four stars, saying "Jump Street knows you know about the predictability and cheapness of sequels and rip-offs – and in this case, to avoid the downfalls of other summer comedy sagas, embracing that problem might have been the best move for this absurd, unique franchise."[42] Betsy Sharkey of the Los Angeles Times gave the film a positive review, saying "This sequel's spoof of its predecessor's riff on the original 1980s-era buddy-cop TV show coalesces into a raucous, raunchy, irreverent, imperfect riot."[43] Ty Burr of The Boston Globe gave the film three and a half stars out of four, saying "Lord and Miller are on a roll, and there may be no better moviemakers at playing to our modern need for irony – at giving us the entertainment we crave while acknowledging our distrust of it."[44] Rene Rodriguez of the Miami Herald gave the film three out of four stars, saying "There's something going on at the edges of the frame in practically every scene of 22 Jump Street, a testament to the care and attention to detail directors Lord and Miller bring to this potentially silly material."[45] Stephen Whitty of the Newark Star-Ledger gave the film two and a half stars out of four, saying "At what point is sarcasm just a cheap substitute for wit? Exactly when does joking about how all sequels are just lame, repetitive cash-grabs start to suggest that maybe yours is, too? Actually, in this case, about 40 minutes in."[46] Bill Zwecker of the Chicago Sun-Times gave the film three out of four stars, saying "Though I enjoyed enormously this latest offering in the rebooted Jump franchise, it's the effortless, unexpected bromance/partnership between the two unlikely undercover cops is what makes this franchise work."[47]

James Berardinelli of ReelViews gave the film two and a half stars out of four, saying "There are times when 22 Jump Street is borderline brilliant. Unfortunately, those instances are outnumbered by segments that don't work for one reason or another."[48] Jaime N. Christley of Slant Magazine gave the film two out of four stars, saying "As funny and batshit insane as the movie often is, the fact that 22 Jump Street knows it's a tiresome sequel doesn't save it from being a tiresome sequel, even as Lord and Miller struggle to conceal the bitter pill of convention in the sweet tapioca pudding of wall-to-wall jokes."[49] Scott Tobias of The Dissolve gave the film three and a half stars out of five, saying "22 Jump Street squeezes every last drop of comic inspiration it can get from Tatum and Hill, as well as the very notion of a sequel to such a superfluous enterprise."[50]

Steve Persall of the Tampa Bay Times gave the film a B, saying "22 Jump Street is a mixed bag of clever spoofery and miscalculated outrageousness. The unveiled homoeroticism of practically all interaction between Jenko and Schmidt is amusing to the point when it isn't."[51] Ann Hornaday of The Washington Post gave the film three out of five stars, saying "This is a sequel that wears its well-worn formula, mocking inside jokes and gleeful taste for overkill proudly, flying the high-lowbrow flag for audiences that like their comedy just smart enough to be not-too-dumb."[52] Scott Foundas of Variety gave the film a positive review, saying "22 Jump Street hits far more often than it misses, and even when it misses by a mile, the effort is so delightfully zany that it's hard not to give Lord and Miller an 'A' for effort."[53]

Peter Howell of the Toronto Star gave the film three out of four stars, saying "If it seemed Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill couldn't possibly exceed their over-the-top buddy cop antics of 21 Jump Street, you lost that bet."[54] Tom Long of The Detroit News gave the film a B−, saying "There's no real reason 22 Jump Street should work. Yet it does."[55] Joe Williams of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch gave the film three out of four stars, saying "A self-aware sequel has to hop over hurdles to keep from swallowing its own tail, but the sharp writing and tag-team antics lift 22 Jump Street to a high level."[56] Mick LaSalle of the San Francisco Chronicle gave the film three out of four stars, saying "22 Jump Street is exactly what comedy is today. It's coarse, free-flowing and playful."[57] In 2016, James Charisma of Playboy ranked the film #13 on a list of 15 Sequels That Are Way Better Than The Originals.[58]

Home media

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22 Jump Street was released on DVD and Blu-ray on November 18, 2014, by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.[59]

Future

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On September 10, 2014, 23 Jump Street was confirmed.[60] Channing Tatum had yet to sign on to the project, stating, "I don't know if that joke works three times, so we'll see."[61] On August 7, 2015, it was revealed that Lord and Miller would not direct the film, but instead write and produce. A first draft of the film's script has been completed.[62] On December 10, 2014, it was revealed that Sony was planning a crossover between Men in Black and Jump Street. The news was leaked after Sony's system was hacked[63] and then confirmed by the directors of the films, Lord and Miller, during an interview about it.[64][65] James Bobin was announced as the director in March 2016.[66][67] The title of the crossover was later revealed as MIB 23, and it was revealed that the crossover would replace a 23 Jump Street film but the idea for the film was later dropped.[68]

In early 2015, a female-driven 21 Jump Street film was rumored to also be in the works. In December 2016, Rodney Rothman was confirmed to write and direct the film.[69][70] In December 2018, Tiffany Haddish was confirmed to lead the film and Awkwafina is in talks.[71] This idea has also yet to come to fruition.

On June 24, 2024, Tatum stated that 23 Jump Street had "the best script I've ever read for a third movie," and that he "would love to do it with Jonah, and I know Jonah wants to do it too."[72] On October 10, 2025, Tatum reiterated this and elaborated that the project's stalling has been because of oversized budgets and producer fees, expressing his doubts it will ever happen because of the costs involving all the producers that would cost more than the actual film. He noted that he, Hill, Lord and Miller have agreed to smaller producer fees as a solution, but Neal H. Moritz's producer compensation keeps making the project unworkable.[73]

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22 Jump Street is a 2014 American buddy cop action comedy film directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, serving as a direct sequel to the 2012 film 21 Jump Street, which itself was inspired by the 1980s television series of the same name. The movie stars Jonah Hill and Channing Tatum reprising their roles as the immature police officers Morton Schmidt and Greg Jenko, who are assigned to go undercover as college students at a local university to dismantle a dangerous synthetic drug ring. Written by Michael Bacall, Oren Uziel, and Rodney Rothman, the screenplay builds on the original's self-aware humor, parodying sequel tropes while exploring the duo's evolving partnership amid campus life. Produced by , , and under and Cannell Studios, with distribution by Sony Pictures Entertainment (), the film features a supporting cast including as the no-nonsense Captain Dickson, alongside , , and . With a of $50 million, 22 Jump Street premiered on June 13, 2014, in the United States, running 111 minutes and earning an R rating from the MPAA for language throughout, sexual content, drug material, brief nudity, and some violence. It achieved significant commercial success, grossing $191.7 million domestically and $139.6 million internationally for a worldwide total of $331.3 million. Critically, the film received positive reviews for its comedic chemistry and satirical edge, holding an 84% approval rating on based on 221 reviews, with the consensus praising it as a rare sequel that surpasses the original through enhanced bromantic humor. On , it maintains a 7.0/10 rating from over 430,000 user votes, highlighting its appeal as a high-energy action-comedy that pokes fun at conventions. While it did not garner major awards, its performance and cultural impact solidified the franchise's popularity, leading to discussions of potential further sequels.

Plot and characters

Plot

Following their success in dismantling a high school drug ring, undercover officers Schmidt and Jenko are reassigned by their , Dickson, to the newly relocated 22 Jump Street task force. They go deep undercover at Metro City State University (MC State) to investigate the source of a new known as WHYPHY, which has led to the overdose death of a and is marked by a distinctive parrot tattoo on dealers. Posing as twin brothers, the officers adopt personas to infiltrate life: Jenko joins the and pledges a , enduring humorous hazing sequences such as obstacle courses and party initiations to bond with suspects like quarterback Zook, while Schmidt enrolls in a and class, where mishaps like awkward life-drawing sessions highlight his discomfort. Their efforts yield clues tying the drug to festivities, but personal distractions mount—Jenko thrives in the alpha-male environment, and Schmidt begins dating a fellow named Maya, fostering a sense of maturity absent in their previous mission. As their diverging paths—Jenko's immersion in athletic and social scenes versus Schmidt's intellectual and romantic pursuits—strain their long-standing partnership, comedic tension escalates during a across in pursuit of a dealer. The duo's investigation intensifies during events in , where they navigate wild parties and confront elements of the drug ring amid escalating chaos. Throughout, the narrative satirizes conventions with , such as jabs at sequel predictability (including nods to potential future installments like "23 "), while delving into themes of evolving friendship, identity, and the challenges of adulthood in a post-collegiate world.

Cast

The principal cast of 22 Jump Street is led by as Officer Morton Schmidt, the more intellectual and awkward half of the undercover duo, whose pursuits lean toward academics and self-discovery during the college assignment, and as Officer Greg Jenko, the physically adept partner who embraces athletic life and social antics. reprises his role as Captain Richard Dickson, the no-nonsense who provides tough oversight and through his stern guidance of the protagonists. plays Mercedes, the eccentric and meddlesome roommate whose chaotic energy adds to the film's ensemble humor. In supporting roles, portrays Maya Dickson, the intelligent college student and daughter of Captain Dickson, serving as a romantic foil that highlights the partners' personal growth, while appears as Zook Haythe, the laid-back fraternity member whose bond with Jenko underscores themes of diverging paths in young adulthood. plays The Ghost, the Swedish kingpin leading the WHYPHY operation. The ensemble is bolstered by cameo appearances, including as the uncredited Culinary School Villain in a satirical end-credits sequence parodying future sequels. The film's comedic tone is driven by the central chemistry between Hill and Tatum's characters, whose bromantic dynamic—marked by contrasting personalities and —amplifies the buddy-cop trope, as noted in reviews praising their "incredible chemistry." Recurring gags, such as the duo's confusion over swapped undercover names (famously culminating in both claiming "My name is Jeff"), exemplify how their improvisational mishaps fuel the humor without derailing the partnership.

Production

Development

Following the commercial success of the 2012 film , which rebooted the 1987–1991 television series of the same name, quickly greenlit a in development by March 2012. The project expanded the franchise by shifting the undercover operations from high school to a college environment, allowing for escalated comedic scenarios involving the protagonists' aging and relationship dynamics. The screenplay was developed from a story by and , with the script credited to Bacall alongside Oren Uziel and . Directors , who helmed the first film, collaborated closely with the writers to refine the narrative, drawing on their own experiences with partnership to emphasize the "marriage-like" bond between the lead characters. This process incorporated a approach to foster improvisational comedy, enabling actors like Hill and —both committed to reprising their roles—to contribute ad-libbed dialogue that enhanced the humor. Key creative decisions centered on amplifying the from the high school setting of the predecessor, with the college milieu providing opportunities for broader on and personal growth. Script revisions deliberately leaned into meta-humor, parodying Hollywood tropes such as formulaic repetition and inevitable franchise extensions, including self-referential gags about the film's contrived premise and the actors' advancing ages. Lord and Miller's vision positioned the project as a of blockbuster follow-ups, ensuring the tone remained playful yet aware of industry conventions. Sony approved a production budget of $50 million for the film, reflecting confidence in the original's $201.6 million worldwide gross against its $42 million cost.

Casting

Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill were confirmed to reprise their roles as undercover officers Greg Jenko and Morton Schmidt, respectively, shortly after the success of the first film, with both actors serving as producers to ensure creative input on the sequel's direction. Their involvement included backend deals, such as a reported 6% of the gross profits, reflecting their leverage from the original's box office performance. Ice Cube returned as Captain Dickson in an expanded capacity, with his character receiving more screen time and comedic authority over the leads, a decision driven by the role's popularity in the predecessor. For new additions, was cast as Maya, the love interest for Hill's character, following an audition where she read opposite Hill himself to test their on-screen . , son of actors and , joined as Zook, the antagonist figure and leader, marking an early film credit that highlighted his comedic potential alongside Tatum. was secured for a supporting villain role as The Ghost, bringing his distinctive intensity to the ensemble in a part tailored for brief but memorable impact. The casting process emphasized fresh faces for the setting, prioritizing who could deliver sharp comedic timing through improv-heavy auditions. Supporting roles drew from a diverse pool, including multiracial talent like Stevens West and a mix of backgrounds to reflect life, though specific diversity mandates were not publicly detailed. earned her breakout as the antagonistic roommate Mercedes, leveraging her from television to stand out in callbacks. Early development discussions briefly considered alternatives if Hill or Tatum opted out, but their commitment solidified the core duo without pursuing replacements.

Filming

Principal photography for 22 Jump Street commenced on September 28, 2013, in , where the city served as the primary stand-in for the film's fictional . Shooting continued through December 2013, concluding with location work in , for the finale sequences. Campus scenes were captured at and Loyola University in New Orleans, including interiors and exteriors around Monroe Hall, Gibson Quad, and McAlister Way to evoke a vibrant atmosphere. Additional New Orleans sites included Lafreniere Park for bike patrol sequences and the ' Milan Street Wharf for high-speed chase stunts involving practical vehicle action. In Puerto Rico, the production filmed at the Caribe Hilton Hotel and bar to depict the chaotic party environment. The film's energetic comedy relied on a mix of practical effects and an improvisational shooting approach, allowing actors like and to ad-lib dialogue and during takes. Practical stunts featured prominently, such as Tatum running atop an 18-wheeler and a fireball effect during a football scene that accidentally burned down the end zone of a , requiring intervention. Fights and explosions used on-set and coordination to heighten the buddy-cop action, with over 600 shots enhancing but not dominating the live-action chaos. Tatum prepared for his stunt work by drawing on his experience, though he sustained injuries including a rolled ankle and torn during production. Filming faced logistical challenges, particularly with large crowd scenes simulating fraternity parties, which required extensive coordination after directors researched real college events at Dartmouth and UCLA. Outdoor shoots in were hampered by hourly thunderstorms, compressing the climactic helicopter stunt into brief 10-minute windows between rain bursts. The production integrated meta-humor elements, such as title cards and sequel self-references, directly into scenes to underscore the film's comedic commentary on franchise tropes. Cast chemistry between Hill and Tatum, evident in their natural banter, contributed to the improvisational flow observed on set.

Music

Film score

The original score for 22 Jump Street was composed by , a founding member of the new wave band known for his synthesizer-driven work. Mothersbaugh continued the action movie parody style from , incorporating propulsive cues that support the buddy cop humor and high-energy sequences while reusing thematic elements for continuity. Key compositions include upbeat tracks underscoring the protagonists' camaraderie, such as "Infiltrating The Frat House" and "Reunited / "; tense, driving cues for undercover tension and action, like "Truck Gunfight" and "Scarlett Street Chase"; and specific motifs highlighting the rivalry between officers Jenko and Schmidt, exemplified by "Jenko's Dream" and "Schmidt's Walk of Shame." A dedicated "breakup theme" emphasizes the partners' emotional strain. The score was recorded in 2014 at the Scoring Stage and in , with Mothersbaugh producing and collaborating closely with directors to synchronize swells and cues with the film's comedic timing. Their partnership, built on four prior projects including 21 Jump Street, enabled shorthand communication for iterative adjustments based on early footage clips. Incorporating meta-elements, the score opens with "Previously on Jump Street," a nod to the original 1980s TV series' episodic structure, and features the title track "22 Jump Street" as a thematic anchor. The full score runs approximately 49 minutes across 22 tracks and was released by La-La Land Records in September 2014 as a limited-edition double-CD set (2,000 units) bundled with the 21 Jump Street score.

Soundtrack

The 22 Jump Street soundtrack album, titled 22 Jump Street (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack), is a compilation of licensed songs released by Republic Records on June 10, 2014. Featuring 13 tracks from various hip-hop, electronic, and pop artists, it emphasizes high-energy party anthems to evoke the film's college campus setting and undercover antics. Key selections include "Work Hard, Play Hard" by Wiz Khalifa, which plays during the protagonists' arrival at college; "Get Up (Rattle)" by Bingo Players featuring Far East Movement, underscoring fraternity party sequences; and "Turn Down for What" by DJ Snake and Lil Jon, featured prominently in chaotic social gatherings. Additional hip-hop tracks like "Drop Girl" by Ice Cube featuring 2 Chainz and "Wasted" by Juicy J featuring 2 Chainz align with the plot's drug investigation themes through their lyrical content on indulgence and excess. The album also incorporates an original theme song, "22 Jump Street" by Angel Haze featuring Ludacris, which parodies the film's buddy-cop style in rap form. The soundtrack's curation focused on contemporary hits that amplify the movie's youthful, raucous vibe, blending seamlessly with the original score during action and comedic beats. It debuted at number 4 on the Billboard Dance/Electronic Albums chart, selling 2,000 units in its first week, though it produced no major chart-topping singles. Despite modest physical sales, the album gained traction through digital streaming platforms, contributing to its enduring popularity among fans of the genre.

Release

Marketing

The marketing campaign for 22 Jump Street leaned heavily into the film's self-aware, meta humor, parodying tropes and the buddy-cop to build anticipation among young adult audiences. Promotional materials frequently highlighted the evolving partnership between officers Schmidt () and Jenko (), using exaggerated college stereotypes and ironic nods to Hollywood formula to differentiate it from standard action-comedies. This approach extended to trailers, posters, and tie-ins, creating a cohesive that mirrored the movie's tone of poking fun at its own premise. Three main trailers were released between late 2013 and early 2014 to ramp up excitement for the . The initial green-band trailer debuted on December 17, 2013, teasing the undercover investigation and the duo's strained with lighthearted banter and action sequences. A red-band version followed on February 19, 2014, amplifying the film's R-rated edge with more profane humor and high-energy chases, while a final red-band trailer dropped on April 9, 2014, focusing on the leads' chemistry and the absurdity of going back to school as adults. An international trailer variant appeared on May 6, 2014, adapting the content for global markets with similar self-deprecating wit. These trailers collectively garnered millions of views online, underscoring the campaign's digital focus. Posters and reinforced the meta elements, often featuring Hill and Tatum in exaggerated college attire—such as gear or frat-party poses—against backdrops that spoofed typical sequel marketing. One prominent quad poster from April 2014 depicted the stars in vibrant, youthful outfits to evoke the film's party-centric plot. The campaign's viral centerpiece emerged from the film's , which displayed over 20 posters for absurd hypothetical sequels, including 23 Jump Street at , 30 Jump Street: Flight Academy (a riff), 43 Jump Street: Mariachi School, and 2121 Jump Street set in space; these images spread widely online, amassing significant shares and extending the film's humorous commentary on franchise fatigue. Brand partnerships tied into the and action themes, integrating products seamlessly to reach the target demographic. Collaborations included MiO Liquid Water Enhancer, which launched a "Full Ride" promotion in May 2014 offering movie-themed giveaways like branded bottles and for experiences, aligning with the film's youthful . In-film placements featured athletic and lifestyle brands such as (for football scenes), Nike, , , , and , subtly embedding them into the narrative without overt . TV spots and online ads emphasized the Tatum-Hill dynamic, with 30-second clips like "Favourite Partners" airing in May 2014 to spotlight their comedic rapport. Promotional events amplified the buzz, including appearances at the on April 13, where showcased clips and engaged with the young audience during the broadcast, positioning the film as a summer must-see. Social media efforts, via official accounts like @JumpStMovies on and , encouraged with hashtags like #22JumpStreet to share fan reactions and memes, fostering organic engagement ahead of release. This targeted strategy effectively primed the crowd, contributing to strong opening weekend interest.

Box office

22 Jump Street had a of $50 million. The film grossed $191.7 million in and $139.6 million internationally, for a worldwide total of $331.3 million. It was released on June 13, 2014, and opened at number one at the North American with $57.1 million from 3,306 theaters over the three-day weekend. The maintained strong performance throughout the summer, ultimately playing in theaters until November 26, 2014, and benefiting from positive word-of-mouth that sustained its audience appeal. The sequel outperformed its predecessor, , which earned $201.6 million worldwide, largely due to established franchise recognition and effective marketing that amplified its comedic draw. Among international markets, the was the highest earner with $31 million, followed by at $20.9 million. Accounting for production costs, prints and advertising, and talent participations, estimated the film's net profit at $144.4 million for .

Critical reception

Upon its release, 22 Jump Street received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its self-aware humor and the strong chemistry between leads and . On , the film holds an 84% approval rating based on 221 reviews, with a consensus stating it boasts "even more of the bromantic chemistry between its stars -- and even more of the goofy, good-natured humor that made its predecessor so much fun," marking it as a rare sequel that improves upon the original. On , it scores 71 out of 100 from 46 critics, indicating "generally favorable" reception, with 83% positive reviews. Critics frequently highlighted the film's meta-humor, which pokes fun at sequel conventions, and the directors' Phil Lord and Christopher Miller's inventive visual gags, such as split-screen sequences and chaotic action set pieces that blend with high-energy stunts. Variety commended the duo's ability to "sell jokes better than most comedy directors," crediting their background for the film's zany tone and the stars' Laurel-and-Hardy-like . described it as "supremely watchable silliness" that delivers "inspired screwball craziness," emphasizing how Hill and Tatum's double-act—likened to and —maintains freshness in the action- balance despite the familiar undercover premise. Some reviewers criticized the film for its formulaic plot, which largely retreads the original's structure by swapping high school for college without significant innovation, leading to an over-reliance on rapid-fire jokes that occasionally feel repetitive. noted that while the self-mocking of sequel tropes is effective, the narrative "openly makes fun of the fact that it's a repetitive " yet still falls into those patterns. Additionally, certain elements drew detractors for dated , particularly the homoerotic "" gags, which outlets like the Observer called "tired," arguing they undermine the film's progressive undertones despite attempts at self-critique. The film earned several accolades tied to its comedic elements, including wins at the 2014 for Choice Summer Movie, Choice Summer Movie Star (), and Choice Movie: Hissy Fit (). At the 2015 , Tatum won Best Comedic Performance for his role, with the film also nominated for Best On-Screen Duo alongside Hill.

Home media

22 Jump Street was made available for digital download and on October 18, 2014, through platforms including and Amazon Video. The physical home media release followed on November 18, 2014, via , offering formats such as DVD, Blu-ray, and a Blu-ray/DVD/Digital HD combo pack. These editions included an unrated extended cut of the film, along with special features like a gag reel, making-of documentaries, 22 deleted and extended scenes totaling approximately 45 minutes, a "line-o-rama" feature showcasing alternate dialogue takes, and an audio commentary track with directors , plus actors and . The home video release performed strongly, generating over $28 million in domestic video sales revenue as of reported figures. It was bundled with its predecessor 21 Jump Street in various editions, including a 2020 double-feature Blu-ray set. International variants featured region-specific packaging and subtitles, distributed by Sony affiliates worldwide. Digitally, the film streamed on starting in late 2014 and remained available until around 2017, before rotating to other services such as Prime Video and various cable on-demand platforms. A remastered 4K edition, including support and audio, was released on September 15, 2020, often as part of the bundled set with .

Legacy

Sequel development

Following the success of 22 Jump Street, Sony Pictures announced plans for a sequel titled 23 Jump Street in September 2014, hiring screenwriter Rodney Rothman to pen the script. In March 2016, the project evolved into a crossover with the Men in Black franchise, with directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller attached to helm the film, tentatively titled MIB 23. Lord and Miller remained involved until early 2017, when they departed to direct Solo: A Star Wars Story, leaving the 23 Jump Street project in development limbo amid script rewrites and shifting creative priorities. By June 2024, publicly praised Rothman's script as "the best script I've ever read for a third movie," expressing enthusiasm for reuniting with , though no production timeline was set. In October 2025, Tatum revealed that he, Hill, , and had agreed to significant pay cuts—including reduced fees—to make the film feasible, but blamed Neal H. for demanding an exorbitant fee that inflated the budget beyond studio approval. Scheduling conflicts further complicated matters, as Hill had stepped back from on-screen acting roles in 2023 to focus on directing and personal well-being, though he indicated willingness to return for this project. Additional hurdles included abandoned plans for potential spin-offs, such as a female-led Jump Street film first developed in 2015, with and attached in 2018, which stalled due to creative differences and lack of momentum. Fan-made fake teasers for 23 Jump Street also circulated online in 2024, generating false buzz on platforms like . As of November 2025, the project remains indefinitely shelved with no greenlight from .

Cultural impact

The film's sequence, featuring trailers for hypothetical future installments like 23 Jump Street and 24 , became a that inspired numerous online parodies and discussions about sequel fatigue in Hollywood. This meta-humor extended the movie's self-referential style, influencing fan-created content that mocked franchise expansions across platforms. One of the most enduring memes from the film is the "My name is Jeff" quote, delivered by Channing Tatum's character during a fraternity pledging scene, where an audio clip of the improvised line has been remixed into countless videos and sound effects since its release in 2014. The meme's popularity surged on platforms like , where it has been used in over a million posts for humorous name introductions and awkward social scenarios, solidifying its place in . 22 Jump Street contributed to a revival of the genre by showcasing the comedic chemistry between and , transforming the 1980s TV series into a modern action-comedy template that emphasized and absurdity over traditional tropes. This pairing helped popularize meta-comedy within action films, paving the way for self-aware narratives in subsequent projects like the series, which adopted similar fourth-wall-breaking elements to satirize and sequel conventions. In , marking the film's tenth , retrospectives highlighted its enduring humor, with critics praising how its sequel remains relevant amid ongoing debates about Hollywood's reliance on franchises. The movie's streaming popularity on platforms like Prime Video sustained viewership, trending among audiences and introducing it to new generations through its blend of action and parody. Fan campaigns, such as the #Release23JumpStreet movement on , emerged in response to the film's cliffhanger-like ending, with supporters petitioning for a third installment to continue Schmidt and Jenko's adventures. These efforts reflected the film's lasting fanbase, amplified by references in television, including sketches on shows like where incorporated elements of his Jump Street persona during hosting appearances. Academic and critical analyses have examined the film's of sequel production, noting how it deconstructs Hollywood's formulaic approaches through exaggerated budget jokes and repetitive plots, offering a commentary on the of successful IPs. This layer of has been cited in for its innovative use of to critique industry practices while delivering commercial success.

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