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In this $325 million-grossing sequel to the 2008 hitJourney to the Center of the Earth — also based on a Jules Verne novel — Hank (Dwayne Johnson) helps stepson Sean (Josh Hutcherson) find a mysterious island which, according to a message from Sean’s grandfather (Michael Caine), the novels Treasure Island, Gulliver's Travels, and Mysterious Island were all based upon. The pair are accompanied on their giant-creature-filled adventure s by a helicopter pilot (Luis Guzmán) and his hottie daughter (Vanessa Hudgens).
Video: 1.85:1. Audio: DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1. Extras: “Are You Strong Enough to Survive Mysterious Island,” deleted scenes, gag reel; Blu-ray, DVD, and UltraViolet digital copy for streaming/downloading. Studio: Warner.
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