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Ne Zha 2 Review (2025) — 80% Celluloid Score

Directed by Jiaozi · 2025 ·

Short answer

Is Ne Zha 2 worth watching?

Yes. Ne Zha 2 (2025) earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

80%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

90% Editorial Rating
95% Audience snapshot · excluded
75 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.8
7.8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 24m
Age rating
NR (US) · 12A (UK) · U/A 16+ (India) · SU (Indonesia) · M (Australia)
Cast
Lü Yanting , Han Mo , Chen Hao , Joseph
Streaming
HBO Max
Country
China
Language
Mandarin

Also known as 哪吒之魔童闹海 Ne Zha 2: El Renacer del Alma Ne Zha 2: O Renascer da Alma ナタ 魔童の大暴れ 너자 2 哪吒之魔童鬧海 Ne Zha - L'ascesa del guerriero di fuoco นาจา 2

🏆 1 nomination

Where to watch

  • HBO Max

Rent: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home, Viki

Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube, Fandango at Home

Where to watch Ne Zha 2 by country

Country Streaming on
India Disney+ Hotstar
Indonesia Netflix, HBO Max
Malaysia HBO Max
Philippines HBO Max
Thailand HBO Max
United States HBO Max

Subscription availability, refreshed from TMDB. Rental and purchase options may differ.

Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is exceptional (90/100).
  • Audiences widely enjoyed it (95%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (75/100).
  • Celluloid Score 80% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded animation, fantasy, action pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Ne Zha 2 worth watching?

    Yes — Ne Zha 2 earns an 80% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded animation, fantasy, action pick. Read our full review (5/5).

    Celluloid verdict

    The sequel shatters every box-office record its predecessor set — a mythic epic of rebirth, dragon clans, and friendship that became the highest-grossing animated film in history.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Ne Zha 2 about?

    After the heavenly lightning nearly destroys them both, Ne Zha and Ao Bing must rebuild their mortal bodies with the Seven-colored Precious Lotus while navigating war between dragon clans and celestial forces that threaten both mortals and immortals.

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    Critic Reviews

    Short review 4 min read English Ne Zha 2

    Ne Zha 2 (2025) Review: Myth at Maximum Volume

    Ne Zha 2 is Jiaozi's record-breaking Chinese animated sequel, a vast, funny and thunderous myth about two outcast boys taking on heaven and the dragon clans.

    Yes. It is a dazzling, emotionally charged animated epic and one of the most spectacular films of the decade; watch the 2019 original first for the full effect.

    Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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    Ne Zha 2: frequently asked questions

    Is Ne Zha 2 worth watching?

    Yes. Ne Zha 2 (2025) has a Celluloid Score of 80%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Ne Zha 2?

    In the United States, Ne Zha 2 streams on HBO Max with a subscription, and you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Disney+ Hotstar in India; Netflix, HBO Max in Indonesia; HBO Max in Malaysia; HBO Max in the Philippines. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Ne Zha 2?

    Ne Zha 2 runs 2 hours 24 minutes (144 minutes).

    What is Ne Zha 2 rated?

    Ne Zha 2 is rated NR in the United States, 12A in the UK, U/A 16+ in India, SU in Indonesia and M in Australia. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Ne Zha 2?

    Ne Zha 2 is directed by Jiaozi and stars Lü Yanting, Han Mo, Chen Hao, Joseph.

    What is the Metascore for Ne Zha 2?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Ne Zha 2 is 75 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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