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The Bad Guys

"Good is no fun at all."

Movie PG 2022 1h 40m 7.5 /10
Directed by Pierre Perifel

After years of audacious heists and living as the world's most wanted criminals, a charismatic gang of animal burglars finally finds themselves cornered by the law. Mr Wolf, their cunning leader, strikes a deal that could spare the crew prison by convincing the authorities that they can reform.... Read more

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About The Bad Guys

After years of audacious heists and living as the world's most wanted criminals, a charismatic gang of animal burglars finally finds themselves cornered by the law. Mr Wolf, their cunning leader, strikes a deal that could spare the crew prison by convincing the authorities that they can reform. He proposes a bold plan to prove they can do good while staying one step ahead of temptation, and the others reluctantly go along for the ride. As they scramble to perform a new kind of heroism, loyalties are tested and the line between villain and savior blurs. The story keeps the stakes light with fast humor and bright animation while avoiding spoilers about what comes next. This setup invites repeat viewings.

Directed by Pierre Perifel, The Bad Guys adapts Aaron Blabey's novels and was produced by DreamWorks Animation. Voice cast includes Sam Rockwell as Wolf, Awkwafina as Tarantula, Marc Maron as Snake, Craig Robinson as Shark, and Anthony Ramos as Piranha.

Critics generally welcomed the fast paced humor and warm heart of the story. The film blends action with light satire about appearances and redemption, emphasizing teamwork and choosing right over easy gains. Solid voice work and energetic animation help keep both kids and adults engaged throughout its brisk run together.

The Bad Guys found an audience among families looking for modern animated capers without losing warmth. Sam Rockwell and Awkwafina deliver memorable chemistry, and the ensemble helped fuel chatter on streaming clips and kid friendly humor. Its bright visuals and cheeky tone fit well with DreamWorks playful catalog everywhere today.

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What Viewers Are Saying

7.5/10
from 2,441 ratings

Viewers appreciate The Bad Guys for its charming characters, exceptional voice cast, and stylish animation that blends 2D and 3D elements. The film’s humor, slick action scenes, and lighthearted tone make it an enjoyable watch, especially for families. However, some audiences find the story predictable and somewhat formulaic, feeling it could have benefitted from more plot development and originality. Overall, the movie is praised for its visuals and entertainment value despite narrative shortcomings.

Details

Release Date
March 17, 2022
Runtime
1h 40m
Rating
PG
User Ratings
2,441 votes
Type
Movie
Genres
Family, Comedy, Crime, Adventure, Animation, Action
Country
United States
Collection
The Bad Guys Collection
Studio
DreamWorks Animation
Budget
$80,000,000
Box Office
$250,162,278
External Links
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Cast

Sam Rockwell

Sam Rockwell

Wolf (voice)

Marc Maron

Marc Maron

Snake (voice)

Awkwafina

Awkwafina

Tarantula (voice)

Craig Robinson

Craig Robinson

Shark (voice)

Anthony Ramos

Anthony Ramos

Piranha (voice)

Richard Ayoade

Richard Ayoade

Professor Marmalade (voice)

Zazie Beetz

Zazie Beetz

Diane Foxington (voice)

Alex Borstein

Alex Borstein

Police Chief Misty Luggins (voice)

Lilly Singh

Lilly Singh

Tiffany Fluffit (voice)

Barbara Goodson

Barbara Goodson

Old Lady (voice)

Director: Pierre Perifel

Written by: Etan Cohen, Nelson Yokota, Aaron Blabey

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Bad Guys is available to stream on Netflix. You can also rent or buy it on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

Yes, The Bad Guys is available to stream on Netflix.

Yes, you can rent on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video or buy on Apple iTunes, Google Play, Vudu, and Amazon Video.

With a rating of 7.5/10 from 2,441 viewers, The Bad Guys is well-regarded and recommended by viewers.

After years of audacious heists and living as the world's most wanted criminals, a charismatic gang of animal burglars finally finds themselves cornered by the law. Mr Wolf, their cunning leader, strikes a deal that could spare the crew prison by convincing the authorities that they can reform. H...

The Bad Guys stars Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, and Anthony Ramos.

The Bad Guys was directed by Pierre Perifel.

The Bad Guys was released on March 17, 2022.

The Bad Guys is a Family, Comedy, Crime, Adventure, Animation, and Action film.

Sam Rockwell voices Wolf, the leader of the Bad Guys. He brings a mix of wit and swagger to the character.

Awkwafina voices Tarantula, a member of the gang. Tarantula is one of the anthropomorphic criminals in the film.

Yes. The Bad Guys is based on the The Bad Guys book series by Aaron Blabey, and the film brings these characters to life on screen.

The Bad Guys follows a crew of criminal animals who are finally caught after years of heists. Mr. Wolf brokers a deal to save them all from prison, setting the stage for reform and comic misadventure.