Of The Jungle 2 - George

: While many roles were recast (including Leslie Mann being replaced by Julie Benz as Ursula), Thomas Haden Church returned as Lyle Van de Groot and John Cleese reprised his voice role as Ape. Production & Reception

Released in 2003, George of the Jungle 2 is the direct-to-video sequel to the 1997 live-action hit. While it maintains the zany, fourth-wall-breaking spirit of its predecessor, the film is primarily known for a massive cast overhaul and its self-deprecating humor regarding its lower budget. George of the Jungle 2

: The film famously addresses the recast directly. In an early scene, the narrator asks George who he is, and Showerman replies, "Me new George. Studio too cheap to pay Brendan Fraser". : While many roles were recast (including Leslie

Set five years after the original, George and Ursula are living happily in the jungle with their son, . Their peace is threatened when Ursula’s mother, Beatrice, plots with the obsessive ex-fiancé Lyle Van de Groot to hypnotize Ursula into leaving the jungle. The adventure spans from the heart of the jungle to the bright lights of Las Vegas , where George must rescue his wife before Lyle can bulldoze the jungle into "mulch". The "New George" and Casting : The film famously addresses the recast directly