The Bad Guys (2022)
Kernel Score: 84% · 2,477 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, Comedy, Crime, Adventure, Animation, Action
Released: 2022-03-17
Runtime: 100 minutes
Is The Bad Guys worth watching?
Worth watching. A snappy animated heist comedy about a crew of reformed-ish criminal animals. It's funny, stylish and easy for kids and adults to enjoy together, though the story is fairly predictable.
Watch it if you
- want a fun family animated comedy
- like heist movies with a light touch
- enjoy sharp, quick humor
Skip it if you
- want an animated film with deep emotional weight
- dislike broad jokes and a predictable plot
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch The Bad Guys
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
When the Bad Guys, a crew of criminal animals, are finally caught after years of heists and being the world’s most-wanted villains, Mr. Wolf brokers a deal to save them all from prison.
The Bad Guys parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that The Bad Guys is an animated heist comedy about criminal animals seeking redemption.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Mild cartoon heist action and chases typical of a PG animated film.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like The Bad Guys
If you liked The Bad Guys, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- The Bad Guys 2 (2025) — 87%: Direct sequel with the same crew and a bigger heist.
- Zootopia 2 (2025) — 93%: Animal buddy comedy with a clever mystery.
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) — 89%: Stylish animated adventure with a wisecracking outlaw hero.
- Spies in Disguise (2019) — 86%: Animated spy comedy with the same snappy, action-packed fun.
- Shrek (2001) — 87%: Irreverent animated comedy that works for kids and parents.
- Klaus (2019) — 92%: Warm, funny animated film with a reformed-rascal heart.
Director
Cast
- Sam Rockwell as Wolf (voice)
- Marc Maron as Snake (voice)
- Awkwafina as Tarantula (voice)
- Craig Robinson as Shark (voice)
- Anthony Ramos as Piranha (voice)
- Richard Ayoade as Professor Marmalade (voice)
- Zazie Beetz as Diane Foxington (voice)
- Alex Borstein as Police Chief Misty Luggins (voice)
- Lilly Singh as Tiffany Fluffit (voice)
- Barbara Goodson as Old Lady (voice)
The Bad Guys FAQ
Is The Bad Guys worth watching?
Worth watching. A snappy animated heist comedy about a crew of reformed-ish criminal animals. It's funny, stylish and easy for kids and adults to enjoy together, though the story is fairly predictable.
Where can I watch The Bad Guys?
In the US you can stream The Bad Guys on Netflix and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Bad Guys OK for kids?
The Bad Guys is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that The Bad Guys is an animated heist comedy about criminal animals seeking redemption.
What movies are like The Bad Guys?
If you liked The Bad Guys, try The Bad Guys 2, Zootopia 2, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish and Spies in Disguise.