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Megamind: The Button of Doom

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62%

WISE Score

6.4

IMDb

A 16-minute Megamind sequel where being a hero is harder than it looks—forgettable but harmless.

6.4/10

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Megamind: The Button of Doom

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TV-PG, 2011

62%

WISE Score

6.4

IMDb

A 16-minute Megamind sequel where being a hero is harder than it looks—forgettable but harmless.

6.4

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Screenwise Verdict

Look, this is basically a DVD bonus feature that got released as its own thing. At 16 minutes, it's a quick hit of Megamind content for kids who loved the original 2010 movie.

The good news: it's harmless, continues the redemption themes, and has that DreamWorks animation polish. The bad news: those ratings tell the story—6.4 on IMDb and 3.2 out of 5 on Letterboxd means it's aggressively mediocre. It's the kind of thing that exists, your kid might watch it once, and then everyone forgets about it.

If you're doing a Megamind marathon and this pops up, sure, let it play. But don't go out of your way to track it down. There are better ways to spend 16 minutes of screen time, and honestly, the original Megamind movie is way better if your kid hasn't seen that yet.

Age Fit

Best for kids 8-12 who enjoyed the original Megamind film and want a quick bonus adventure. The CSM age of 11 and action elements suggest it's not for very young kids, but it's also pretty forgettable for teens who'd rather watch something with more substance.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

As a follow-up short to the original Megamind film, this continues the theme of redemption and heroism. The premise centers on a reformed villain trying to be good, which models positive character growth. The tone is lighthearted family comedy without mean-spiritedness. However, as a short film with action sequences, pacing may be brisk rather than contemplative.

Imaginative

The sci-fi/superhero setting offers creative world-building with inventions and gadgets. The concept of an 'evil invention coming to life' has imaginative appeal. However, as a 16-minute short sequel, it likely doesn't expand the universe significantly or invite deep creative engagement—it's more of a quick adventure than an imaginative journey.

Safe

Animated family action-comedy with no reported concerning content. The CSM age of 11 suggests some action sequences but nothing graphic. As a DreamWorks short following a PG-rated film, it should have cartoon violence at most. No surprise deaths, gore, or inappropriate content expected. The slightly lower score reflects the action elements and that we lack specific content details.

Enriching

The redemption arc (villain-turned-hero facing consequences of past actions) offers some ethical material about responsibility and change. However, at 16 minutes, there's limited depth for meaningful character development or lasting takeaways. The IMDb 6.4 and Letterboxd 3.2/5 suggest it's decent entertainment but not particularly memorable or impactful. CSM age of 11 indicates moderate substance.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Continues the redemption story from the original film with themes about taking responsibility for past mistakes
Quick 16-minute runtime means low commitment—good for a short viewing session
DreamWorks animation quality with familiar characters kids may already love
Superhero action without intense violence, appropriate for elementary-age viewers

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What to Watch For

Cartoon action sequences that might be too intense for sensitive younger kids (hence the CSM age 11 rating)
Really only makes sense if your kid has seen and liked the original Megamind movie
Middling ratings (6.4 IMDb, 3.2/5 Letterboxd) suggest it's not particularly memorable—more of a DVD extra than a standalone experience
Limited substance or depth given the short runtime

Conversation Starters

"Megamind is trying to be good now but his old inventions are causing problems—have you ever had to deal with consequences from something you did in the past?"
"What would be the hardest part about switching from being a villain to being a hero?"
"If you could invent one gadget like Megamind, what would it do?"

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