Little Nicky 2 (2025)

Twenty-five years after Adam Sandler’s Little Nicky charmed audiences in 2000, Little Nicky 2 (2025) delivers a heartfelt and hilarious sequel that revisits the Underworld—and the awkwardly lovable hero who brought it to Earth.

This time around, Nicky (Adam Sandler) is well-established as a benevolent heir to Hell, spending his days negotiating peace treaties between demonic factions and his evenings binge-watching sitcoms with his father, Lucifer (played again by Harvey Keitel, with a cameo from Rhys Ifans as older brother Adrian). But when a mystical imbalance begins leaking cursed souls into the mortal world, Nicky must don a tracksuit once more and re-enter the realm of humans to fix the chaos he inadvertently helped set in motion.

Nicky’s quest reunites him with familiar faces—such as his quirky mortal friend Todd (Patton Oswalt) and the ice-skating guardian angel Valerie (played by a now-grown Bella Thorne)—while introducing a new generation of supernatural sidekicks. Chief among them is Lucia (a witty young demoness portrayed by rising star Maria Valverde), whose sarcastic streak balances Nicky’s own anxious earnestness.

The plot builds toward the revelation that Nicky’s casual peacekeeping has weakened the barrier between Heaven and Hell. As possessed cats, sentient toasters, and spectral Wi‑Fi routers run riot across the globe, Nicky must master a brand-new power—“cosmic empathy”—to restore equilibrium. In a nod to modern times, the film explores tech-infused paranormal comedy, with Lucifer advising Nicky via Zoom calls from the pit of Hell.

Little Nicky 2 smartly blends nostalgia with fresh comedic elements. Sandler reprises his signature wide-eyed, goofy charm, but the script allows his character room for emotional growth. The balance of slapstick and sincerity makes it surprisingly heartfelt—especially in scenes where Nicky reflects on family expectations and the burden of responsibility.

Harvey Keitel’s return as Lucifer—now a reluctant guru navigating Zoom meetings and Instagram—is both absurd and touching. The new supporting cast, especially Valverde’s Lucia, brings sharp energy and laugh-out-loud one-liners.

Visually, the film dazzles. The Underworld scenes embrace modern effects while maintaining the original’s garish, surreal aesthetic. Earth-bound mayhem is chaotic and comedic, evoking memories of the first film without repeating it.

At roughly 110 minutes, the pacing holds strong. It moves swiftly through dungeon council debates, Manhattan set‑piece disasters, and the climactic cosmic-empathy showdown. Plus, fans will appreciate cameos—Chris Rock voices a fire-spewing car GPS, and Selena Gomez appears as a high-powered demon lawyer.

Ultimately, Little Nicky 2 proves that—even after 25 years—Nicky’s heart can still save the world… or at least entertain us thoroughly. It’s a sequel that honors the original’s goofy spirit while delivering a fun, modern twist on supernatural comedy. Whether you grew up with the first film or are discovering it fresh, Little Nicky 2 offers a devilishly good time.