Megamind (2010)
Kernel Score: 77% · 7,354 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Animation, Action, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
Released: 2010-10-28
Runtime: 96 minutes
Is Megamind worth watching?
Worth watching. A lively animated comedy about a supervillain who finally wins and finds he has nothing to do. It's funny, inventive and has a nice twist on the hero story.
Watch it if you
- like animated superhero comedies
- enjoy villains as leads
- want a family film with some wit
Skip it if you
- want a deep story
- dislike comic-book parody
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Megamind
- Stream: Peacock
- Free with ads: The Roku Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
After Megamind, a highly intelligent alien supervillain, defeats his long-time nemesis Metro Man, Megamind creates a new hero to fight, but must act to save the city when his "creation" becomes an even worse villain than he was.
Megamind parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Megamind is a family-friendly PG animated superhero comedy.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Cartoonish superhero/villain action typical of a PG animated comedy; no graphic violence.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Megamind
If you liked Megamind, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Despicable Me (2010) — 82%: A villain-turned-softie animated comedy.
- The Incredibles (2004) — 85%: A smart, stylish superhero family film.
- The Bad Guys (2022) — 84%: Bad guys trying to be good.
- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018) — 91%: Inventive, stylish superhero animation.
- The Lego Batman Movie (2017) — 83%: Superhero parody with fast jokes.
- Big Hero 6 (2014) — 88%: Heartfelt animated superhero adventure.
Director
Tom McGrath
Cast
- Will Ferrell as Megamind (voice)
- Brad Pitt as Metro Man (voice)
- Tina Fey as Roxanne Ritchi (voice)
- Jonah Hill as Tighten (voice)
- David Cross as Minion (voice)
- Ben Stiller as Bernard (voice)
- Justin Theroux as Megaminds's Father (voice)
- Jessica Schulte as Megamind's Mother (voice)
- Tom McGrath as Lord Scott / Prison Guard (voice)
- Emily Nordwind as Lady Scott (voice)
Megamind FAQ
Is Megamind worth watching?
Worth watching. A lively animated comedy about a supervillain who finally wins and finds he has nothing to do. It's funny, inventive and has a nice twist on the hero story.
Where can I watch Megamind?
In the US you can stream Megamind on Peacock, watch it free with ads on The Roku Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Megamind OK for kids?
Megamind is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Megamind is a family-friendly PG animated superhero comedy.
What movies are like Megamind?
If you liked Megamind, try Despicable Me, The Incredibles, The Bad Guys and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.