Image: DreamWorks Animation
DreamWorks Animation’s massive sequel of 2025 has simply hit theaters and can arrive on Netflix in the US as a part of a primary window deal, however not till early subsequent yr. Right here’s when you possibly can anticipate 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, recognized for his long-standing work with DreamWorks, continues the animated franchise with extra sharp humor that made the primary movie successful 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 largest job but to really turn into the great guys.”
The film options a formidable voice forged led by Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Anthony Ramos, Awkwafina, Danielle Brooks, and Craig Robinson (who will likely be heard later this yr in Netflix’s In Your Desires).
After all, Netflix has a longstanding relationship with The Bad Guys, not solely carrying the primary film inside the first window (and since) but additionally distributing solely two specials starting with The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Vacation in 2023 and once more a yr later with the 24-minute particular The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist.
When will The Bad Guys 2 stream on Netflix in the US?
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 solely on Peacock for round 4 months after its theatrical run, then head to Netflix for 10 months, and at last return to Peacock for one more 4-month run.
Window Breakdown in the US 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, however it varies by area.
Australia and Belgium are among the many few international locations 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 international locations, 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 look at The Bad Guys 2 when it lands on Netflix?
