Y2K (2024) is a thrilling disaster-comedy film directed by Kyle Mooney, blending nostalgia, chaos, and humor into a high-energy adventure set on New Year’s Eve, 1999. The film follows two teenage hackers, played by Jaeden Martell and Julian Dennison, who find themselves at the center of a technological meltdown when the infamous Y2K bug turns from an overblown fear into a reality.

As the world rings in the new millennium, computers begin malfunctioning in catastrophic ways, leading to societal collapse, unexpected explosions, and widespread mayhem. The protagonists, initially just two high school misfits attending a New Year’s Eve party, are suddenly thrust into a desperate mission to stop the growing digital apocalypse. Along the way, they team up with an eccentric cast of characters, including a doomsday prepper (Rachel Zegler) and a washed-up hacker from the ‘90s (played by a surprise cameo).

The film skillfully balances comedy and action, drawing on late ‘90s aesthetics, pop culture, and the paranoia surrounding the Y2K scare. Through clever satire, Y2K pokes fun at both the technological anxieties of the past and modern-day digital dependence. The visual effects lean into a mix of practical stunts and intentionally over-the-top CGI, mirroring the chaotic energy of a retro disaster flick.

With its fast-paced narrative, witty dialogue, and a soundtrack filled with turn-of-the-century hits, Y2K delivers an entertaining ride packed with nostalgia and absurdity. While it embraces the outlandish premise, it also explores themes of responsibility, friendship, and the unpredictable impact of technology. A wild and hilarious reimagining of the new millennium’s most infamous non-disaster, Y2K (2024) offers a fresh take on the late ‘90s era with a modern comedic twist.