Bad Boys II

Bad Boys II

Year: 2003

Runtime: 147 min

Language: English

Director: Michael Bay

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Miami detectives Marcus Burnett and Mike Lowrey are back in this action-packed sequel. They investigate a massive ecstasy trafficking operation, plunging them into a dangerous underworld of Cuban smugglers, Russian and Haitian mobsters vying for control. As the investigation unfolds, the partners face escalating violence and must confront personal conflicts, including romantic complications arising between Burnett’s sister and Lowrey.

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1

Surge of Ecstasy in Miami

Eight years after their last adventure, Miami detectives Marcus Barnett and Mike Lowrey are plunged into a new investigation. They discover a significant influx of powerful ecstasy drugs flooding their city, setting the stage for their chaotic journey ahead.

Eight years later Miami
2

Surveillance Leads to Klan Meeting

As Marcus and Mike conduct surveillance on boats arriving from Cuba, they unintentionally stumble upon a secret Ku Klux Klan meeting hidden in a swamp. This revelation leads them to a scheduled drug drop, hinting at a deeper connection to the ecstasy they're tracking.

Swamp in Miami
3

Catastrophic Raid

When the detectives attempt a raid on the Klan members, the operation quickly spirals out of control. Due to malfunctioning radios and delayed backup, chaos ensues, resulting in Mike accidentally shooting Marcus in the buttocks amid the gunfire.

Swamp
4

Marcus Questions Partnership

The failed raid leaves Marcus feeling uncertain about continuing his partnership with Mike. Meanwhile, Mike grapples with his secret romantic feelings for Marcus' sister, Syd, which further complicates their dynamic.

5

Syd's Undercover Mission

Unbeknownst to the duo, Syd is an undercover DEA agent working to infiltrate a money laundering operation linked to Russian gangsters. This secret complicates the detectives' investigation as they unknowingly put Syd in danger.

Miami
6

Conflict with Haitian Gang

As Syd's first assignment unfolds, a violent Haitian gang attempts to hijack a money transport linked to the Russian criminals. This event sends Mike and Marcus into a chaotic firefight and a high-speed car chase, creating a whirlwind of destruction in Miami.

Miami
7

Confrontation with Haitian Gang Leader

The detectives confront the Haitian gang leader to gather information, leading to another intense confrontation. The leader reveals that his intel came from footage on a friend's camcorder, prompting Marcus and Mike to investigate further.

8

Infiltrating Tapia's Operations

Following clues that lead to the Spanish Palms Mortuary, Mike and Marcus disguise themselves as pest control officers to infiltrate Tapia's mansion. There, they discover evidence connecting Tapia to the Klan raid and learn of his malicious intents towards Syd.

Tapia's Mansion
9

Chase after Klan Member Identification

After compelling a captured Klan member to identify Tapia's boat, the detectives find themselves involved in yet another shootout. This chase leads them to a shocking revelation that dead bodies are being used to smuggle drugs and cash.

Miami
10

Ecstasy Incident

During a tense moment, Marcus accidentally consumes some of the ecstasy, raising the stakes of their operation. To create a diversion during their escape, Mike instructs undercover officers to crash an ambulance into the building, showcasing their improvised tactics.

11

Raid on Mortuary and Mansion

Securing a search warrant from Captain Howard, the duo simultaneously raids both the mortuary and Tapia's mansion. Their efforts result in a Coast Guard interception of drugs and money, but danger looms as they face a furious Russian gangster.

Mortuary and Tapia's Mansion
12

Syd Captured

The situation escalates when a Russian gangster named Alexei attacks during the raid, leading to a violent confrontation. In the chaos, Syd is captured by Tapia and taken away to Cuba, putting her life at risk.

Tapia's Mansion
13

Daring Rescue Operation

In a desperate bid, Mike and Marcus, joined by a volunteer SWAT team, prepare for a military-style assault to rescue Syd from Tapia's stronghold. The mission becomes highly volatile as they attempt to outwit the drug lord and ensure Syd's safety.

Cuba
14

Climactic Showdown

During the thrilling rescue, Tapia captures Mike at gunpoint, resulting in a tense standoff. In a moment of peril, Marcus saves Mike with a precise shot, leading to Tapia's ultimate demise, but not before the tension reaches its peak.

Minefield near Guantanamo Bay
15

Comic Resolution

The story wraps up at the Burnett residence, where Mike humorously presents Marcus with a new pool, marking a joyful albeit chaotic conclusion to their adventures. Just when things seem settled, the new pool hilariously breaks, sending both of them tumbling into the river.

Burnett residence

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