Overview

• The film began streaming on Netflix on August 13 after Sony regained distribution rights following its shelving by Warner Bros.
• Reviewers unanimously praise Genndy Tartakovsky’s hand-drawn 2D animation as a rare showcase of modern theatrical-level craftsmanship.
• Critics fault the narrative for leaning on repetitive raunchy jokes and underdeveloped characters, calling the script its weakest element.
• Tartakovsky and his collaborators express eagerness to make a follow-up, but neither Netflix nor Sony has officially greenlit a sequel.
• Commentators flag potential censorship hurdles for the film’s explicit content in markets such as India under CBFC scrutiny.