Film

Scooby-Doo! and Krypto, Too!

Name: Scooby-Doo! and Krypto, Too!
Genre: Animation, Family, Mystery, Fantasy, Comedy
Released: 2023
Cast: Frank Welker, Grey DeLisle, Matthew Lillard, Kate Micucci, P.J. Byrne

Mystery
Light-hearted

A brisk, cheerful collision between Scooby-Doo's detective formula and the DC Universe. Mystery Inc. teams up with Superman's dog Krypto to rescue the missing Justice League from supernatural threats in Metropolis. Designed for kids who love both franchises, it's a straightforward adventure that doesn't overthink the crossover—just lets the characters loose and enjoys the chaos.

TMDb rating

3.7

Should you watch it?

Watch it if you grew up on Scooby-Doo unmasking routines and still enjoy a brisk, goofy whodunit that doesn't take itself seriously, especially if you like superhero cameos played for affectionate laughs.

Skip it if you want a fresh, ambitious take on the franchise; this sticks closely to the familiar formula, with a plot that moves at a cartoon's pace and not much room for surprise.

What it asks of you: Under eighty minutes, so it's a quick sit. It stays light and bouncy throughout, asking for little more than a willingness to go along with the chases and gags.

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