Escape Plan 2: Stallone escapes a theatrical release

Remember in 2013 when Stallone did his first legitimate team-up with Schwarzenegger? He plays Ray Breslin, security expert, who must escape from the craziest prison out there, and with the help from another legendary 80s action icon, he kicks everyone's ass and made for a fun, if somewhat forgettable action romp.

Years later, a DTV sequel snuck up on us, and what do you know? Stallone is actually in it again. Usually, they recast the main character for these sorts of under-qualified sequels, which is why it's surprising that he's still in it. Of course, his role isn't as meaty as it was in the original, but he becomes more prominent in the final act. Still, he doesn't have much to work with, but I guess he felt that it was an interesting concept that he didn't want to part with quite yet.

Without Schwarzenegger, the movie has to rely on various other characters, as well as Batista, but he doesn't do much at all.

I'm not sure why this movie was made. Especially without both of the primary talents involved, but for what it was... it ain't the worst DTV action sequel I've seen. Hell, they're already in post-production of the next one. I'm sure I'll watch it eventually, because Stallone movies are great. How many movies does he need to make where he busts out of prison? Tango and Cash, Lockdown, Escape Plan 1, 2, and 3?

It is what it is. I'm sure Rambo V will be way better though.