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The Wandering Earth 2

Directed by Frant Gwo · 2023 ·

Short answer

Is The Wandering Earth 2 worth watching?

Yes. The Wandering Earth 2 (2023) earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

70%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

80% Editorial Rating
85% Audience snapshot · excluded
65 Metascore
★★★☆☆ Letterboxd 3.4
6.8 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 53m
Age rating
NR (US) · 12A (UK) · 13+ (Indonesia) · M (Australia) · PG13 (Singapore)
Cast
Andy Lau , Wu Jing , Li Xuejian , Zhu Yanmanzi
Country
China
Language
Mandarin

Also known as 流浪地球2 La Tierra errante II Die wandernde Erde 2 Terra à Deriva 2: Destino 流転の地球 -太陽系脱出計画- 유랑지구 2 Gezegenler Savaşı The Wandering Earth - L'inizio

🏆 1 award win · 1 nomination — Won Best Visual Effects, Golden Rooster Awards 2023

Where to watch

Streaming availability varies by region — our catalogue lists Prime Video in India. Check local listings for your region.

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 The Wandering Earth 2 by country

Country Streaming on
India Prime Video
Japan Hulu
South Korea Netflix

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (80/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (85%).
  • Metascore is generally favorable (65/100).
  • Celluloid Score 70% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience

Not ideal for

  • Viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films

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Is The Wandering Earth 2 worth watching?

Yes — The Wandering Earth 2 earns a 70% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits epic-length viewers who want a big-screen experience, but viewers who only watch top-tier, 90%+ rated films may want to skip it. Read our full review (4/5).

Celluloid verdict

Frant Gwo's prequel-sequel doubles down on planetary sacrifice — a sprawling, earnest sci-fi opera that proves Chinese blockbuster craft can match its ambitions.

, Founder & Editor

Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

What is The Wandering Earth 2 about?

Years before Earth begins its voyage through space, engineers and astronauts race to build the planetary engines and lunar projectors while a digital-life debate and looming solar catastrophe force humanity to choose collective survival over individual freedom.

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Critic Reviews

Short review 4 min read English The Wandering Earth 2

The Wandering Earth 2 (2023) Review: Engines of Sacrifice

The Wandering Earth 2 is Frant Gwo's huge Chinese sci-fi prequel about building the engines that will move the planet, a richer, longer film than the original.

Yes. It is a spectacular, earnest disaster epic that improves on the first film; best for sci-fi fans ready to commit to nearly three hours.

Kaiser Khan Founder & Editor

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The Wandering Earth 2: frequently asked questions

Is The Wandering Earth 2 worth watching?

Yes. The Wandering Earth 2 (2023) has a Celluloid Score of 70%, 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 The Wandering Earth 2?

In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Prime Video in India; Hulu in Japan; Netflix in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

How long is The Wandering Earth 2?

The Wandering Earth 2 runs 2 hours 53 minutes (173 minutes).

What is The Wandering Earth 2 rated?

The Wandering Earth 2 is rated NR in the United States, 12A in the UK, 13+ in Indonesia, M in Australia and PG13 in Singapore. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

Who stars in The Wandering Earth 2?

The Wandering Earth 2 is directed by Frant Gwo and stars Andy Lau, Wu Jing, Li Xuejian, Zhu Yanmanzi.

What is the Metascore for The Wandering Earth 2?

Metacritic's Metascore for The Wandering Earth 2 is 65 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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