Is “The Bad Guys 3” Coming Out? Here’s What We Know So Far

DreamWorks Animation may be preparing to unleash another high-octane adventure with its gang of charming ex-criminals. While The Bad Guys 3 hasn’t received an official greenlight yet, director Pierre Perifel has openly expressed enthusiasm for continuing the franchise. In a recent interview, Perifel revealed he’s “definitely thinking about a third movie” and has “tons of ideas,” suggesting that the creative team is already laying the groundwork for what could be the most ambitious installment yet.

The buzz around a third film intensified after the release of The Bad Guys 2 on August 1, 2025. The sequel not only built on the redemption arc of Mr. Wolf and his crew but also introduced a surprising sci-fi twist: Professor Marmalade’s alien origins. In the post-credits scene, Marmalade escapes in a spaceship, declaring he’s “going home”—a nod to the book series’ revelation that he’s an exiled alien prince. This cliffhanger sets the stage for a potential intergalactic showdown in The Bad Guys 3, shifting the franchise from heist comedy into full-blown space adventure.

🎬 Estimated Release Date: Based on DreamWorks’ two-year gap between films, fans can expect The Bad Guys 3 to potentially hit theaters in 2027. However, Perifel emphasized that audience demand will play a major role in whether the sequel moves forward.

🦊 Returning Cast & Characters: If the third film materializes, expect familiar voices like Sam Rockwell (Mr. Wolf), Marc Maron (Mr. Snake), Craig Robinson (Mr. Shark), Awkwafina (Ms. Tarantula), Anthony Ramos (Mr. Piranha), and Richard Ayoade (Professor Marmalade) to reprise their roles. With Marmalade’s alien backstory now in play, new characters—possibly extraterrestrial allies or enemies—could join the mix.

🚀 Potential Plotlines: The franchise’s pivot toward sci-fi opens up thrilling possibilities. Could the Bad Guys become interstellar heroes? Will Marmalade return with an alien army? And how will the blossoming romance between Mr. Wolf and Diane Foxington evolve under cosmic pressure?

As fans eagerly await confirmation, one thing is clear: The Bad Guys universe is expanding, and the third chapter could be its boldest leap yet.