Megamind: The Button of Doom
Megamind: The Button of Doom

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Megamind: The Button of Doom

2011
Movie
16 min
English

For their first day on the job as the new protectors of Metro City, Megamind and Minion are selling off the gadgets from their evil lair. But when one seemingly harmless "button" unleashes the gigantic robot MEGA-MEGAmind, the duo will have to resort to their old tricks to restore order.

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IMDb6.2/10
Google Users72%
Director: Simon J. SmithGenres: Animation, Action, Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Set after the events of the movie 'Megamind', Metro City is finally a safe place with Megamind as its new protector. However, the city's citizens still miss their old heroes, the Metro Men. When Megamind discovers a mysterious Doom Factory designed to create evil geniuses, he must once again embrace his inner villain to stop the city from falling into chaos.

Critical Reception

This direct-to-video sequel to 'Megamind' generally received mixed to positive reviews, with many acknowledging its fun premise and continuation of the characters' stories. While not reaching the heights of its theatrical predecessor, it was seen as an enjoyable addition for fans of the original film, offering lighthearted adventure and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delivers the expected humor and charm for fans of the original movie.

  • Provides a satisfactory continuation of Megamind's story and the world established in the film.

  • While not groundbreaking, it's an entertaining watch for families and fans of animated superhero parodies.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest that 'Megamind: The Button of Doom' is a fun and entertaining short film that successfully captures the spirit of the original 'Megamind'. Viewers appreciated the continuation of the characters and the humor, though some noted it didn't quite match the original's quality. Overall, it's considered a good watch for fans.

Fun Fact

Although the film was released direct-to-video, it was intended as a pilot for a potential TV series featuring Megamind.

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