The Bad Guys 2 (2025)

Released: 2025-07-24 Recommended age: 8+ IMDb 7.0
The Bad Guys 2

Movie details

  • Genres: Family, Comedy, Crime, Adventure, Animation
  • Director: Pierre Perifel
  • Main cast: Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, Anthony Ramos
  • Country / region: United States of America
  • Original language: en
  • Premiere: 2025-07-24

Story overview

The Bad Guys 2 is a 2025 animated family comedy adventure that continues the story of reformed animal criminals. In this sequel, the former bad guys face new challenges as they try to maintain their good reputations while encountering fresh adventures. The film blends humor with crime-themed escapades suitable for family viewing, featuring the same lovable characters navigating their dual identities.

Parent Guide

A family-friendly animated sequel with comedic crime adventures and positive messages about redemption.

Content breakdown

Violence & peril
Mild

Cartoonish action sequences with no real danger or injury. Characters engage in non-violent heists and comedic chases.

Scary / disturbing
None

No frightening or disturbing content. All situations are presented in a lighthearted, comedic manner.

Language
None

No offensive language. Dialogue is family-appropriate throughout.

Sexual content & nudity
None

No sexual content or nudity. All relationships are platonic friendships.

Substance use
None

No depiction of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco use.

Emotional intensity
Mild

Light emotional moments about friendship and doing the right thing, balanced with consistent humor.

Parent tips

This PG-rated animated sequel maintains the lighthearted tone of the original film, with cartoonish action and comedic situations that most children will find entertaining. The crime-themed adventures involve non-violent heists and mischief rather than serious criminal behavior. Parents should be aware that while the characters are reformed, some of their antics might blur the line between right and wrong in humorous ways.

Parent chat guide

The film provides excellent opportunities to discuss themes of redemption, friendship, and personal growth. You can talk about how people can change for the better and the importance of second chances. The comedic approach to crime elements allows for conversations about making good choices while still enjoying the characters' humorous misadventures.

Parent follow-up questions

  • Which animal character did you like best and why?
  • What was the funniest part of the movie?
  • How did the characters help each other in the story?
  • What made the characters want to be good instead of bad?
  • How did the characters work together as a team?
  • What would you do if your friend was making a bad choice?
  • What challenges did the characters face in trying to stay reformed?
  • How does the movie show that people can change?
  • What does the movie suggest about judging people by their past actions?
  • How does the film balance comedy with themes of redemption?
  • What social messages about rehabilitation does the movie convey?
  • How effective is the animated format for exploring these themes?

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