Ted 2

After marrying Tami-Lynn, Ted the talking bear wants to start a family and believes he could be a parent. To make that dream legal, he must prove that he is a person in the eyes of the court. What follows is a fast paced mix of courtroom satire and goofy comedy as Ted, John Bennett, and a circle of eccentric witnesses maneuver through a maze of laws, lawyers, and public opinion. The film leans into the clash between a grown up bear who rhymes with reality and the skeptical world that treats him as a joke. The tone stays light, raucous, and self aware, delivering punchlines and sight gags without getting bogged down in sentimentality.

Released in 2015, Ted 2 was directed by Seth MacFarlane, who also voices Ted. It functions as a direct sequel to the 2012 hit Ted, expanding the crowd pleasing dynamic between Ted and John.

Ted 2 kept the bear front and center in pop culture with familiar raunchy humor and bold visuals that fans had come to expect. The marketing and quick cut gags fueled memes and late night chatter, helping the franchise stay part of the conversation.

Critics were mixed about the jokes and pacing, yet praised the performances and the film's willingness to mine social satire. Central themes include what counts as a person, what makes a family, and how easily media attention can shape a story about friendship.