SummaryEveryone’s favorite felons are back, and this time, they’ve got company. Our now-reformed Bad Guys are trying (very, very hard) to be good, but instead find themselves hijacked into a high-stakes, globe-trotting heist, masterminded by a new team of criminals they never saw coming: The Bad Girls.
Directed By:Pierre Perifel, JP Sans
Written By:Yoni Brenner, Etan Cohen, Aaron Blabey
The Bad Guys 2
Metascore
Generally Favorable
64
User score
Generally Favorable
7.6
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
57% Positive
13 Reviews
13 Reviews
39% Mixed
9 Reviews
9 Reviews
4% Negative
1 Review
1 Review
Jul 25, 2025
80
Anyone interested in animation needs to pay attention to what these films are doing. The writing formula may be crude, but the whiz-bang aesthetic is sensational.
Jul 30, 2025
75
Directors Pierre Perifel and JP Sans keep the action moving while allowing the performers and the animators to shine.
User score
Generally Favorable
80% Positive
77 Ratings
77 Ratings
17% Mixed
16 Ratings
16 Ratings
3% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Nov 13, 2025
10
THE BAD GUYS 2 WAS AMAZING!!! When I saw this in theaters, I loved it! 10/10, Would recommend, Would do it again! Plus the fox is hot.
Aug 1, 2025
70
The Bad Guys 2 is a gorgeous, fun animated film that occasionally spreads itself too thin.
Aug 1, 2025
63
If The Bad Guys 2 isn’t as hilarious as “Bad Guys 1,” it’s still got lots of giggles provided by a steller, comical voice cast providing a big part of the soundtrack to some genuine Tex Avery style eyeball-popping, gonzo, in-your-face animation.
Jul 25, 2025
60
Though it can be predictable and a little simple, The Bad Guys 2 smooths over some of the frustrations of the first — bringing a sharper and (slightly) more mature sense of humour to its compellingly cartoonish animation.
Jan 14, 2026
6
The animation, gags and action choreography are all top-notch, however the script is a little too far-fetched. I would love to see what this studio could do with a stronger story.
Sep 27, 2025
6
The Bad Guys 2 picks up from where the first film left off, expanding the world with fresh characters and a plot that feels new, even if the overall rhythm follows the familiar beats of its predecessor. The pacing is smooth and keeps things on a basic but steady level of engagement, never dragging yet never soaring beyond expectation. The core gang — Wolf, Snake, Shark, Piranha, and Tarantula — evolve decently, though not in any extraordinary ways. The newcomers, while compelling and adding flavor to the story, could have benefitted from a little more background to feel fully fleshed out. Stylistically, the film retains the sharp visual flair of the first installment. The direction keeps the energy alive, balancing comedy, action, and heart with confidence. While the visual humor lands effectively, the dialogue-driven comedy occasionally dips into juvenile territory, making it less sharp compared to the original. Where The Bad Guys 2 truly shines is in its visuals. The animation is superb, with impressive world-building and lively action sequences that remain engaging throughout. The score complements the energy well, adding to the spectacle without overshadowing it. On a thematic level, the film touches on friendship, trust, and teamwork — not in an adult or deeply mature sense, but with a teenage-level accessibility that works for its intended audience. It manages to be both fun and lightly emotional, with a climax that feels satisfying and well-earned. Sum up - The Bad Guys 2 may not reinvent itself, but it delivers on entertainment with strong animation, engaging direction, and a spirit that makes it a worthy follow-up.
Aug 6, 2025
2
Predictably safe and boring. Found the main characters were taking the back seat to side new characters most of the time. Jokes were weak and there was almost no depth to the plot.
Production Company:
- Universal Pictures
- DreamWorks Animation
- Scholastic Entertainment
Release Date:Aug 1, 2025
Duration:1 h 44 m
Rating:PG
Tagline:Back in badness.
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Awards
Annie Awards
• 1 Win & 5 Nominations
Image Awards (NAACP)
• 3 Nominations
Black Reel Awards
• 2 Nominations




























