The Hangover Part II same' has rarely been more accurately applied to a sequel than to "The Hangover Part II", which ranks as little more than a faded copy of its predecessor superimposed on a more brightly colored background". Christy Lemire of the Associated Press said, "Giving the people what they want is one thing. Making nearly the exact same movie a second time, but shifting the setting to Thailand, is just … what, lazy? Arrogant? Maybe a combination of the two". Roger Ebert of the "Chicago Sun-Times" also gave the film an average review stating, ""The Hangover Part II" plays like a challenge
The Hangover Part III new idea. As far as where it takes place, I said I'm very open." Also during May, Craig Mazin, who co-wrote "The Hangover Part II", entered early talks to write the script for the third installment. In December 2011, Bradley Cooper appeared on "The Graham Norton Show" to promote "The Hangover Part II" DVD and Blu-ray release, where he stated he "hopes" that "The Hangover Part III" will start shooting in September 2012, and also stated that Todd Phillips is working on the script. In January 2012, it was reported that stars Bradley Cooper, Zach Galifianakis, and Ed Helms were