It’s another week, and you know what that means—time for another review! I’m not gonna lie, it’s been a bit of a slow week for movies… at least for me. My little brother came over and wanted to hang out, so naturally, I took the opportunity to kill two birds with one stone. The first movie in this franchise dropped back in 2022, and funny enough, I also saw that one with my little brother. This time around, the story follows The Bad Guys as they try to live normal lives and reintegrate into society. It’s a fun follow-up to the original—nothing groundbreaking, but definitely nothing to complain about either. I’m not going to be as critical as usual; after all, it’s just a fun kids’ movie. So, let’s get into it.

The movie kicks off with a flashback to a heist in Cairo, where the gang is attempting to steal a sleek black muscle car from a wealthy guy’s penthouse. It also happens to be the first job for hacker Ms. Tarantula. It’s a high-energy, exciting opener that quickly shifts to the present day, where things aren’t so thrilling. The crew is trying to turn over a new leaf by applying for regular 9-to-5 jobs, but their criminal pasts make it nearly impossible—every application ends in rejection. Surprisingly, Snake seems to be doing just fine and is often away from home.

While together, the group hears about a new criminal on the rise known only as the Phantom Bandit. Wolf and Diane spend some time catching up, and Wolf becomes convinced that taking down this mysterious thief could restore their image and prove society wrong. The Phantom Bandit is supposedly untraceable, but Wolf is confident they can catch them.

The concept isn’t groundbreaking—it’s been explored before—but for a kids’ movie, it works. It drives the plot forward and allows for a few fun, standout moments. The villains are essentially a female mirror version of The Bad Guys, but with far less depth. Their sole motivation seems to be greed, which is fine for generic antagonists, but there was definitely room for something more compelling.

There’s also a slightly more mature sense of humor this time around. It’s not a massive shift, but the small difference is appreciated—it gives adults taking their kids a little something extra to enjoy. The animation style remains just as impressive as the first film: fluid, frenetic, and a genuine joy to watch. You can really see the love, time, and hard work poured into it by the entire animation team.

As for the performances, the original cast returns and, in my opinion, delivers once again. Sam Rockwell’s Wolf is equal parts charming, stoic, and silly—he comes across like the kind of guy you could hang out with after work and share a few laughs. His chemistry with Diane, voiced by Zazie Beetz, is warm and endearing. The rest of the cast also pull their weight, contributing to a film that’s overall a fun time… even if there were a few too many fart jokes for my taste.

If you’re looking for one last big-screen adventure before the school term starts, The Bad Guys might just be the perfect pick. It’s fun, goofy, and bursting with slick, stylish animation—something both kids and adults can get a kick out of. There’s action, laughs, and just enough heart to make it worth the trip. It’s the kind of movie that’ll have the little ones giggling and the grown-ups smiling along, maybe even catching a few inside jokes. The Bad Guys is playing now, so grab your crew—family, friends, or your own mischievous “gang”—and make a night of it.

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