Hell hath no fury like a man on vacation.

Set four years after the events of the first film, Nobody 2 sees the return of Hutch (Bob Odenkirk) as he attempts to work off his $30 million debt to the criminal organization he offended previously. Tasked with an endless stream of vicious jobs, Hutch finds himself overworked, leading to tension between himself and his wife, Becca (Connie Nielson). Drifting apart, Hutch and Becca decide to take a family vacation with their two kids in an effort to take some down time and reconnect with one another. But you can’t always get away from your problems and, while trying to relax, Hutch accidentally stumbles onto a criminal organization that needs to be taught a lesson.

Directed by Timo Tjahjanto, Nobody 2 is an unbelievably violent (and silly) actioner that predictably hits the beats of virtually every action film that came before. It’s also utterly delightful. With reckless abandon, Tjahjanto leans into the tropes that have defined the genre. The aging hitman dragged back to a world he’s tried to separate from, a sinister villain who cares nothing for human life and wanton carnage are all par for the course in any straightforward actioner.

But, strangely, that’s kind of what makes this one entertaining. Nobody 2 is a film that doesn’t take itself seriously on any level. But, without the gravitas of John Wick, Nobody 2 simply uncorks the bottle and lets the silliness fly. Featuring exploding theme parks, battles on duck boats and pummeling pinball machines, Tjahjanto embeds the sequel with even more playfulness than the first film. In some ways, this is the cinematic equivalent of eating a bag of gummi bears. It’s entertaining from start to finish and, even though it’s not particularly nutritious, you’re glad you did it.

In short, Nobody 2 gets an A+ as a B-level movie. And there’s nothing wrong with that.

Much of the success of the Nobody world is the somebody who’s throwing the punches. Returning as Hutch, Odenkirk has an affability about him that makes him endearing even though he’s on a murderous rampage. Although he fully leans into the action, Odenkirk still plays his character as somewhat aloof. Hutch isn’t a bad guy. He’s just trying to get home to his family—and work keeps getting in the way. Even at his most violent, he remains almost adorable.

Not to be outdone though, Hutch finds himself up against a ridiculously goofy performance by Sharon Stone. As the film’s malevolent crime boss, Stone positively snarls at the camera with ghoulish glee. Even so, her performance absolutely fits the film’s vibe, allowing her to (literally) dance with her dark side. (Credit must also be given to Colin Hanks, who also delivers wonderful work as Stone’s personal lacky.)

Yet make no mistake. Despite the film’s lighthearted tone, Nobody 2 is ferociously violent. Here, severed limbs and slashed faces are par for the course as Hutch battles his way through this small town’s underworld. (In fact, while the Wick films are known for its wanton destruction, (Nobody 2 actually seems to feature more blood splatters and broken bones than its action franchise counterpart, John Wick.) Even though Hutch remains easy-going around his family, he goes hard when he ‘flips the switch’. There are literal moments when we see Hutch reluctantly (or is it?) choose to return to the scene of the crime for revenge. And we can’t help but cheer for him along the way.

Interestingly though, Hutch’s greatest battle in the film isn’t against the numerous bad guys that he leaves in his wake. It’s within himself. Fueled by a deep love for his family, Hutch genuinely wants to slow down and reconnect with his wife and children. The problem is that he simply can’t (or maybe doesn’t even want to) stop himself.

I guess even hitmen are susceptible to workaholism.

Yet this isn’t to suggest that Nobody 2 has any grand messaging in mind. Other than the Hutch’s obvious desire to break free from his ‘addiction’, the film rarely delves deeply into profound psychological insights. This is meant to be a wild and woolly experience for the senses. And, on that level, it absolutely accomplishes its mission. Nobody 2 may be brutal but it’s also bloody good fun.

Nobody 2 is available in theatres on Friday, August 15th.