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Much more family friendly than the John Hughes-scripted 1993 film that descended into Home Alone-style slapstick, this direct-to-video sequel recaptures some of the more innocent mischievous spirit of Hank Ketchum's classic comic strip (and the 1960s TV series). Justin Cooper stars as suspender-clad Dennis, who continues to (unintentionally, we think) torment his long-suffering neighbor, Mr. Wilson (Don Rickles). When Dennis's young-at-heart grandfather (George Kennedy) comes to live with the family, the battle lines between the men are drawn. Meanwhile, two con men (Brian Doyle-Murray and annoying prop comic Carrot Top) scheme to bilk Mr. Wilson out of his savings. Viewer's advisory: Some viewers may find the scenes of Rickles and Kennedy in swimsuits disturbing, but their dance-off to "Play That Funky Music" ranks as a one-of-a-kind. Look for future Spy Kid Alexa Vega as a tomboy who rivals poor Margaret for Dennis's affections. Donald Liebenson

All Movie Guide

In this direct-to-video sequel to the 1993 movie Dennis the Menace (which was based on Hank Ketcham's long-running comic strip), mischievous youngster Dennis (Justin Cooper) wants to help his eternally frazzled next-door neighbor Mr. Wilson (Don Rickles) celebrate his birthday, but Mr. Wilson is already feeling his age, and the lively Dennis only makes Wilson feel that much older -- and the arrival of Dennis's spry Grandfather (George Kennedy) doesn't help. Eager to feel younger, Mr. Wilson soon falls prey to a con man (Carrot Top) who sells him a variety of bogus youth-restoring potions. Dennis the Menace Strikes Again also features Betty White as Mrs. Wilson, and Dwier Brown and Jaqueline Steiger as Dennis's parents. Mark Deming

Product Details

• UPC: 085391200246
• Source: WARNER HOME VIDEO
• Region Code: 1
• Aspect Ratio: Pre-1954 Standard (1.33.1)
• Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
• Language: English, Français, Español, Portugais
• Subtitles: English, Français, Portugais
• Time: 1:15:00
• Sales Rank: 16,988

This DVD is also available as part of a box set:

• Dennis the Menace/Dennis the Menace Strikes Again
• Dennis the Menace Collection

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