The Bad Guys

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The Bad Guys

Pierre Perifel · Film · 2022

You loved The Bad Guys because of the satisfying way a crew of lovable outcasts navigates redemption and teamwork while pulling off high-stakes schemes.

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THE BAD GUYS

Aaron Blabey · Book

The Bad Guys 2

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The Bad Guys 2

Pierre Perifel · Film · 2025

Books on the same thread

Dog Man: Fetch-22: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #8)

Dog Man: Fetch-22: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #8)

Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019

Just like the reformed criminals in The Bad Guys, Petey the Cat undergoes a significant journey of redemption, proving that even notorious villains can embrace a new lease on life.

Dog Man

Dog Man

Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019

Fans of The Bad Guys will appreciate this story of character growth, where a former villain finds his own version of a found family and chooses a path toward goodness.

Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #7)

Dog Man: For Whom the Ball Rolls: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #7)

Dav Pilkey · Book · 2019

Much like the dynamic team in The Bad Guys, this story focuses on the importance of friendship and teamwork as characters navigate the complicated line between bad habits and heroism.

Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #5)

Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas: From the Creator of Captain Underpants (Dog Man #5)

Dav Pilkey · Book · 2018

If you enjoyed the way the crew in The Bad Guys handles new threats, you will love watching the Supa Buddies unite to protect their town from a fresh group of villains.

Series on the same thread

The Legend of Vox Machina

The Legend of Vox Machina

Chris Prynoski · Series · 2022

The Bad Guys captures the charm of misfits working together, a quality that defines this band of mercenaries as they transition from selfish profit-seekers into reluctant heroes for their kingdom.

The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes

The Avengers: Earth's Mightiest Heroes

Joshua Fine · Series · 2010

The Bad Guys highlights the strength found in an unlikely team, mirroring this story where powerful villains and heroes must set aside their differences to fight for a common goal.

Money Heist

Money Heist

Álex Pina · Series · 2017

If you were drawn to the elaborate planning in The Bad Guys, you will be captivated by this high-stakes heist where a mastermind leads a team of outcasts against the world.

The Penguins of Madagascar

The Penguins of Madagascar

Eric Darnell · Series · 2008

The Bad Guys features animal protagonists with distinct personalities, much like this group of commando penguins who rely on their specialized skills and constant teamwork to complete their secret missions.

Podcasts on the same thread

Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks

Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks

Wes Larson, Jeff Larson, Mike Smith | Daylight Media · Podcast · 2026

If The Bad Guys hit, Tooth & Claw: True Stories of Animal Attacks shares the thread.

The MeidasTouch Podcast

The MeidasTouch Podcast

MeidasTouch Network · Podcast · 2026

If The Bad Guys hit, The MeidasTouch Podcast shares the thread.

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