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DreamWorks Animation’s massive sequel of 2025 has simply hit theaters and can arrive on Netflix in the USA as a part of a primary window deal, however not till early subsequent 12 months. Right here’s when you’ll be able to count on the sequel to The Bad Guys to drop on Netflix.
The brand new film is directed by Pierre Perifel, returning after helming the unique The Bad Guys in 2022. Perifel, identified for his long-standing work with DreamWorks, continues the animated franchise with extra sharp humor that made the primary movie a success with households and critics alike.
What’s the story this time? Right here’s the official synopsis: “After saving the day and clearing their names, the Bad Guys are again—however this time, they’re framed for a worldwide heist they didn’t commit. With new allies, previous enemies, and a race in opposition to time, the crew should pull off their greatest job but to actually turn into the nice guys.”
The film options a formidable voice solid led by Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Anthony Ramos, Awkwafina, Danielle Brooks, and Craig Robinson (who shall be heard later this 12 months in Netflix’s In Your Goals).
In fact, Netflix has a longstanding relationship with The Bad Guys, not solely carrying the primary film throughout the first window (and since) but in addition distributing completely two specials starting with The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Vacation in 2023 and once more a 12 months later with the 24-minute particular The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist.
When will The Bad Guys 2 stream on Netflix in the USA?
Netflix will add The Bad Guys 2 in the U.S. in 2026.
Like all Common animated motion pictures, The Bad Guys 2 follows the studio’s shared-window deal between Peacock and Netflix. The movie will first stream completely on Peacock for round 4 months after its theatrical run, then head to Netflix for 10 months, and eventually return to Peacock for an additional 4-month run.
Window Breakdown in the USA for DreamWorks/Illumination Films
Given this sample, Peacock ought to obtain the film on or round November twenty fifth, after which Netflix will possible purchase The Bad Guys 2 in early 2026 (roughly March twenty fifth), the place it is going to stay out there till January 2027, when it’ll return to Peacock.
Wish to see all of the DreamWorks and Illumination motion pictures lined up for Netflix in 2025 and past? Titles like Despicable Me 4 and The Wild Robotic have already dropped, with Canine Man anticipated subsequent in September 2025, and we’re monitoring all of them in our ongoing information.
Will The Bad Guys 2 be on Netflix internationally?
Sure, but it surely varies by area.
Australia and Belgium are among the many few nations that additionally get Common’s new animated movies in the primary streaming window, so The Bad Guys 2 ought to seem there across the identical time because the U.S. For many different nations, you’ll want to attend for the second window (mid-to-late 2026) or, in some circumstances, even later, relying on native licensing offers.
Are you excited to observe The Bad Guys 2 when it lands on Netflix?
