THEY don't do anything disgusting with a pie this time. But in American Pie 2 they bring back almost everything - and everyone - else.

If you fancy another slice of pie, the entire ensemble returns from the original hit comedy.

Pie 2 charts how Jim (Jason Biggs), Finch, Kevin, Oz, and Stifler reunite for the summer after their first year at college.

When the boys rent a beach house, even more familiar faces - such as Vicky (Tara Reid), Jessica (Natasha Lyonne), and the Sherminator (Chris Owen) - begin to appear.

American Pie was one of the biggest hits of summer 1999. For that reason alone, a sequel was inevitable.

And because it launched the careers of a host of young hopefuls like Biggs, Seann William Scott, Shannon Elizabeth and Alyson Hannigan, members of the original cast were eager to reprise their roles.

Also back on board is Adam Herz as screenwriter, while James Rogers steps in for the original directors Chris and Paul Weitz.

It took just six months to set up and shoot Pie 2 because it clings so closely to the elements from the first.

The story revolves around Jim, who was last seen recovering from his first, disastrous, sexual experience.

But even though he's crossed the threshold, he still doesn't have a clue about making love.

With his Czech one-time girlfriend, Nadia (Shannon Elizabeth), due to return, he decides to get a few sexual pointers from Michelle (Alyson Hannigan).

Meanwhile, Kevin (Thomas Ian Nicholas) is trying to be just-friends with his former girlfriend, Vicky (Tara Reid).

Oz (Chris Klein) has to make do with long-distance phone calls to his woman, Heather (Mena Suvari), who's gone abroad for the summer. And Finch (Eddie Kaye Thomas) is talking of celibacy.

Stifler remains unchanged - still looking for the same formula, easy sex with hot babes.

This worthy follow-up is an outrageous and entertaining sequel which flaunts even more absurd antics. Erotic attempts go awry, and musical instruments still find their way into the most inappropriate places.

And once again, Eugene Levy brings down the house as Jim's nerdy yet understanding father.