# The Rutles 2: Can't Buy Me Lunch (2003)

> Eric Idle's short sequel mockumentary sends the fictional Rutles on an American reunion tour while celebrity witnesses inflate their musical legacy.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/20534

## Facts

- Runtime: 56 min
- Genres: Comedy, Music, TV Movie
- Director: Eric Idle
- Cast: Eric Idle, Neil Innes, Ricky Fataar, John Halsey, Billy Connolly, Carrie Fisher, Jimmy Fallon, Jewel
- TMDB rating: 5.8/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0318641/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: irreverent, witty, self aware, cult movie night, music comedy marathon

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