The Boss Baby: Family Business
The Boss Baby: Family Business
In the sequel to DreamWorks Animation's Oscar®-nominated blockbuster comedy, the Templeton brothers--Tim (James Marsden, X-Men franchise) and his Boss Baby little bro Ted (Alec Baldwin)--have become adults and drifted away from each other. Tim is now a married stay-at-home dad. Ted is a hedge fund CEO. But a new boss baby with a cutting-edge approach and a can-do attitude is about to bring them together again.. and inspire a new family business.
Manuel Frangis reviewedApril 13, 2025
I just watched The Boss Baby: Family Business, and I give it 4 out of 5 stars. I know a lot of people like to joke about this series, but honestly, it is a lot more fun than it gets credit for. It is silly, chaotic, and completely over the top, but that is part of the charm. If you liked the first one, this one keeps that same wild energy and adds in even more ridiculousness — in a good way.
This time around, the Templeton brothers are all grown up and living totally different lives. Tim is a stay-at-home dad and Ted is a successful businessman. They have drifted apart, but when a new mission from Baby Corp shows up, they get pulled back into the baby world, literally. The story finds a creative way to de-age them and throw them back into action together, which leads to some pretty funny and heartwarming moments.
Alec Baldwin returns as the voice of Ted, and he still nails that fast-talking, business-savvy attitude that makes Boss Baby so funny. James Marsden voices adult Tim this time, and he brings a lot of warmth and energy to the role. The dynamic between the two brothers feels even stronger in this movie, and the way they reconnect over the course of the story is actually pretty sweet underneath all the craziness.
The new baby on the scene is Tina, voiced by Amy Sedaris, and she is a great addition. She is clever, confident, and brings a whole new layer of fun to the mission. Her energy fits perfectly with the over-the-top vibe of the movie, and she keeps things moving fast.
One thing this movie does really well is keep the pace up. It is nonstop from start to finish. There are wild chase scenes, secret missions, goofy disguises, and all kinds of colorful set pieces that make it feel like a cartoon come to life. The animation is bright, bold, and super playful. Every scene feels packed with movement and energy, and there is always something happening in the background that adds to the comedy.
The humor is a mix of clever lines, silly gags, and just pure absurdity. A lot of it is aimed at kids, but there are some jokes that clearly land better for adults. It plays with grown-up themes like parenting, growing apart from siblings, and finding balance in life, but it never gets too serious or heavy. It keeps everything light and fun, while still slipping in some real heart when it matters most.
The message about family and reconnecting with the people you love is clear, and it is done in a way that feels genuine. Underneath all the baby suits and wild plots, the movie actually has something to say about how easy it is to drift apart and how important it is to make time for each other.
I give The Boss Baby: Family Business 4 out of 5 stars because it is funny, fast, and a whole lot of fun to watch. It is not trying to be deep or groundbreaking. It just wants to make you laugh and maybe feel a little something along the way. Overall The Boss Baby: Family Business is a solid sequel with big laughs, wild visuals, and a nice message about family and second chances. It is way better than it has any right to be, and I had a great time watching it.