Sequels scored big at the box office this week, with director Tim Story and comedian Kevin Hart delivering yet another hit. The comedy film Think Like a Man 2 earned $12.2 million on Friday, beating out another sequel, 22 Jump Street, which made $9.4 million. The buddy cop film starring Channing Tatum and Jonah Hill is based on the 1980’s television series 21 Jump Street. It edged in second place. Think 2 also beat out Clint Eastwood’s Jersey Boys, about the musical group, The Four Seasons. The comedy has an ensemble of mostly black actors and actresses, including the star, Kevin Hart.

It shows all the couples back, with a trip to Las Vegas for a wedding. Michael and Candace are getting married, and their friends are joining them for the big event. The fun starts with partying, drinking, with wild and crazy antics that threaten to ruin the big event. With the characters getting into some crazy situations, it all makes for a hilarious battle of the sexes. The cast has good chemistry, which drew people in theaters and is another success in the string of hit films Hart and Story were involved in.

The director and comedian worked together on the first film, Think Like a Man, as well as the comedy Ride Along. The film also features stars like Gabrielle Union, Meagan Good, and Michael Ealy. Think 2 is inspired by the bestselling self-help book Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by Steve Harvey. The comedy had a solid opening, considering the competition from other major summer movies. It delivers the laughs with wild shenanigans in a comedy for adults. Think Like a Man 2 is playing in theaters. Check your local listings if you want to see it.