‘The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday’ Release Date, Cast, and Other Details: If you’re a fan of the 2022 animated heist comedy The Bad Guys, you’re in for a treat! This 2022 animated heist comedy expands the story of The Bad Guys, starring a unique crew of animal antiheroes with human-like traits. In this holiday edition, which acts as both a prequel and an extra chapter of the original film, fans from all over the globe can’t wait to see how the lives of their favorite characters develop. This 23-minute Christmas special is sure to get everyone in the holiday mood. In this article, we’ll provide you with all the essential details, from the release date and time to the plot, cast, voice cast, and where to watch.
The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday Release Date and Time
To make sure you don’t miss the release of “The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday,” it’s crucial to know when it will be available in your time zone. Netflix typically releases new shows and films at 12 a.m. PT/3 a.m. ET, which is considered their standard release time. Here are the release times for various time zones:
- Mexico, CDT: 2 am, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- India, IST: 12.30 pm, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- Canada, EST: 7 am, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- United Kingdom, BST: 8 am, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- South Korea, KST: 4 pm, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- Australia, AEST: 5 pm, Thursday, November 30, 2023
- Japan, JST: 4 pm, Thursday, November 30, 2023
Plot
The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday takes place before the events of the original film. The Bad Guys can’t wait for Christmas morning to begin their city-wide festive robbery. However, when Christmas is called off, their preparations take an unexpected turn. This cancellation’s mysterious cause is revealed in the film. From the trailer, it’s evident that the Bad Guys initially planned to rob a bank but are forced to change their course due to the unforeseen cancellation of Christmas. What kind of antics will they get up to in their attempt to reignite the city’s holiday spirit? You’ll have to watch to find out!

The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday Cast
The 2022 animated heist comedy The Bad Guys featured an all-star cast, including Sam Rockwell, Marc Maron, Awkwafina, Craig Robinson, and Anthony Ramos. However, for The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday, the cast has been updated with new voice actors to bring these animal antiheroes to life in this holiday special.
- Michael Godere takes on the role of Mr. Wolf.
- Ezekiel Ajeigbe voices Mr. Shark.
- Raul Ceballos lends his voice to Mr. Piranha.
- Chris Diamantopoulos portrays Mr. Snake.
- Mallory Low is the voice of Ms. Tarantula.
- Zehra Fazal brings Tiffany Fluffit to life.
- Keith Silverstein takes on the role of Gary, the Shaved Ice vendor.
- Kari Wahlgren is the voice behind DJ Trudy Tude.
The project is under the direction of DreamWorks Animation Television. The filmmaker Bret Haaland (“The Penguins of Madagascar,” “Kung Fu Panda: Legends of Awesomeness”) and Katherine Nolfi (known for “20th Century Women”) serve as executive producers for this holiday special.
Where to Watch ‘The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday’
The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday will be exclusively available for streaming on Netflix starting on November 30, 2023. This release date is perfectly timed to get you into the holiday spirit, making it a must-watch during the festive season.
Check out what the Bad Guys get up to as they try to bring back the holiday spirit in their own unique way. Save November 30, 2023, in your plans, and get ready for a fun and entertaining journey with these cute animal bad guys. This holiday special looks like it will be a lot of fun, whether you liked the first movie or are new to the world of the Bad Guys.