Universal Pictures and DreamWorks Animation are gearing up for The Bad Guys 2, which is set to hit theaters on August 1, 2025! After the original film’s impressive $250 million box office success, it’s no surprise that Mr. Wolf and his gang are returning for more mischief. This time, they’re attempting to live the “good guy” life—though when a crafty all-female crime crew comes calling with one final job, their plans quickly go awry. Expect plenty of chaos and laughs as the bad guys try to stay out of trouble!
The Crew Returns for More Mischief
Oscar-winning actor Sam Rockwell is back as the charming Mr. Wolf, leading his crew of criminals once again. Marc Maron’s sarcastic safecracker, Mr. Snake, Craig Robinson’s shape-shifting Mr. Shark, and Anthony Ramos’ hot-headed Mr. Piranha will all be rejoining the action. And let’s not forget Awkwafina’s quick-witted hacker, Ms. Tarantula, or “Webs,” who’s ready to work her coding magic once more.
The rest of the gang is back in full force for another wild ride: Zazie Beetz will reprise her role as Governor Diane Foxington, Richard Ayoade will return as the questionable Professor Marmalade, Emmy-winner Alex Borstein is back as Police Chief Misty Loggins, and Lilly Singh will once again bring the bubbly energy as reporter Tiffany Fluffit. With Pierre Perifel directing and JP Sans as co-director, fans can expect the same sharp, dynamic animation that made the first movie such a hit.
In The Bad Guys 2, our favorite criminals are trying to stay on the straight and narrow, but trouble always seems to find them. An all-female gang lures them into “one last job,” proving that old habits die hard. Inspired by Aaron Blabey’s bestselling books, the sequel ups the stakes with even more chaos as the reformed bad guys attempt to turn over a new leaf—while still grappling with their mischievous instincts. With plenty of twists and high-energy action, it’s a wild ride of trying to do good… in their own, unique way.
Familiar Filmmaking Flair, Fresh Heist Adventures
The team behind The Bad Guys is back for the sequel, bringing the same energy and expertise that made the first film a hit. Director Pierre Perifel returns to helm the project, joined by co-director JP Sans. Damon Ross is also back as producer, and the soundtrack will once again be crafted by Oscar-nominated composer Daniel Pemberton. With this reunion of talent, fans can look forward to the same vibrant animation, witty dialogue, and high-energy heist thrills that made the original film a $250 million global success.
Good news for The Bad Guys fans—you won’t have to wait until 2025 for more mayhem! A holiday prequel, The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday, will be available on Netflix starting November 30. This special, rated TV-Y7, takes the crew back to an earlier time, with a new voice cast and a Christmas heist that goes hilariously wrong. The gang finds themselves reluctantly caught up in the holiday season, forced to embrace the spirit of Christmas—whether they like it or not.
With The Bad Guys 2 set to deliver even more laughs, action, and a fresh criminal twist, August 2025 can’t come soon enough. In the meantime, fans can get their fix with the holiday special and gear up for another wild adventure with the most entertaining band of outlaws around. Mr. Wolf and his crew are clearly not done with their heist-filled antics yet!
Who is in The Bad Guys 2 Cast List
- Sam Rockwell as Mr. Wolf (voice)
*Upcoming: * IF, Argylle - Marc Maron as Mr. Snake (voice)
*Recent works: * What Is Life Worth, Joker - Craig Robinson as Mr. Shark (voice)
*Recent works: * Hot Frosty, My Spy, The Eternal City - Anthony Ramos as Mr. Piranha (voice)
*Recent works: * Distant, Twisters - Awkwafina as Ms. Tarantula (voice)
*Recent works: * The Angry Birds Movie 2, Migration - Zazie Beetz as Diana Foxington (voice)
*Upcoming: * Beast, Nine Days
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