Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs (2008)

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• Jennifer D

  
  Is it weird I think I overall liked this one more than the first? Truly a gift to the fans. Hearing Brittany Murphy was kinda sad. :/

• James A

  
  Mediocre

• Lewis C

  
  I was worried after seeing Bender's Big Score. Extremely worried. What's the point of bringing Futurama back from the grave, if it was only going to be a mediocre shell of it's former self? If the second movie followed in the footsteps of the first, I would have… More
  I was worried after seeing Bender's Big Score. Extremely worried. What's the point of bringing Futurama back from the grave, if it was only going to be a mediocre shell of it's former self? If the second movie followed in the footsteps of the first, I would have preferred that the series would have stayed a fond memory. Thankfully, these dire thoughts didn't turn out to be reality. The Beast with a Billion Backs is good. Still not fantastic, as the original series was, but much better than Bender's Big Score. It did a few things right that BBS absolutely failed at. The story was coherent, the characters seemed much more like themselves, and it was actually funny. I found myself laughing out loud several times during the movie, and that really helped assure me that this wonderful series wasn't reborn only to be buried under crud. If you're a long-term fan of Futurama, I'd recommend that you skip right over Bender's Big Score, and start your re-acquaintance with Futurama with this movie. There's really only one important plot point that carries over from the first movie, and knowing about that isn't worth the disappointment of watching it. In my opinion, Futurama officially re-begins here.

• Gordon A

  
  Slight improvement over 'Big Score' with a more adult theme and more gags per minute.

• Mike S

  
  My worst fears have come to be realized. It's one thing that The Simpsons and Family Guy has long since lost its spark, but never in my life would I have imagined Futurama to go down that dark, shameful path as well. Sure, this movie was okay on the whole, and I did enjoy it in… More
  My worst fears have come to be realized. It's one thing that The Simpsons and Family Guy has long since lost its spark, but never in my life would I have imagined Futurama to go down that dark, shameful path as well. Sure, this movie was okay on the whole, and I did enjoy it in parts, but as compared to the series, this is a disappointment to say the least. The jokes simply missed more than they ever hit, and I'm afraid the always-lovable Bender couldn't even save this one from the plunge into mediocracy. So however harsh it may sound, I can't help but feel like a good old friend of mine just passed away.

• Jens S

  
  The second straight to DVD Futurama movie combines all the characteristics of the show and the first movie for another crazy adventure, this time mocking B-invasion-movies. Stephen Hawking, having made appearances in episodes on TV as well, proves once again what a great sense of… More
  The second straight to DVD Futurama movie combines all the characteristics of the show and the first movie for another crazy adventure, this time mocking B-invasion-movies. Stephen Hawking, having made appearances in episodes on TV as well, proves once again what a great sense of humor he has in a small role. Fans get their fix of jokes, movie and pop culture references and should not be disappointed, although I personally liked the storyline of Benderäs Big Store better. Still, a lot of fun.

• Justin Y

  
  When it comes to <i>Futurama</i>, it's really hard to hate anything about it if you are a die hard fan of the show. <i>Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs</i>, is no exception. This is another feature length product for the fans.<p>It all… More
  When it comes to <i>Futurama</i>, it's really hard to hate anything about it if you are a die hard fan of the show. <i>Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs</i>, is no exception. This is another feature length product for the fans.<p>It all begins with the opening credits. The out of the blue opening credits. Instead of starting with some dramatic movie credits, this film goes back to its roots by giving us the opening from the series, but with a little extra something. What a way to start the 90 minute <i>Futurama</i> bonanza. The first 20 minutes actually feels like an episode rather than a movie. All the main characters have their own mini-plots going and there is less focus on a main story. Of course, the main story kicks in for the last hour. It is stupid as h***, but this is <i>Futurama</i>. Ridiculous antics and dialogue fill up the 90 minutes and that is all a fan of the series can ask for. There are even appearances by many many supporting characters, including Pazuzu.</p><p>Visually, there is no improvement from what we've seen in the past. It is the same old 2-D characters and settings with the 3-D rendering popping up every now and then.</p><p>The original cast returns, once again, for the voice over work. This is a plus. <i>Futurama</i>, just wouldn't be the same without them.</p><p><i>Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs</i> doesn't do anything new, but just keeps on doing what the series does best. Watch it, if you are a fan.

• Robert C

  
  More fun with the Planet Express crew! This time with a chessy 1950's Sci-fi theme! Always entertaining on many levels!

• Tim S

  
  Who knew the sequel would be better? Me, that's who. No musical numbers, no re-introductions, just pure Futurama fun that more closely resembles the show than the previous entry.

• Aaron N

  
  Bender: Bender to crew: I have reached the gateway to another universe. I feel awed and strangely humbled by the momentous solemnity of this occasion. [turning away from the gateway] Bender: Hey, other universe, bite my shiny metal ass! [gets his ass zapped by the gateway] The… More
  Bender: Bender to crew: I have reached the gateway to another universe. I feel awed and strangely humbled by the momentous solemnity of this occasion. [turning away from the gateway] Bender: Hey, other universe, bite my shiny metal ass! [gets his ass zapped by the gateway] The second of the four planned movie releases of Futurama, this time serving up less laugh out loud moments and more of the subtle humor, along with a few crazy visuals, not as good as Bender's Big Score, but still very funny. Stephen Hawking's Head: Welcome. I am the pickled head of Stephen Hawking on a way cool rocket. Turanga Leela: Black-Hole Hawking? Wow! If I knew I was going to meet you I would have done something with my hair! Stephen Hawking's Head: You should have. The plot surrounds a whole in the galaxy, serving as a rift between universes. The Planet Express crew work to fix it with mixed results, namely large tentacles invading earth with their own motive to be revealed later in the story. This movie is more apparent as one that will be eventually split up for tv syndication, meaning that the tone is somewhat uneven. However, it should please Futurama fans and I am certainly one of them. Philip J. Fry: What Bender? Is something wrong? Bender: Yes. I joined the club I thought was cool. But it turned out all leaguee-weegies are totally lame. That's what we call ourselves. Leaguee-weegies. Philip J. Fry: Oh I'm sorry. I shoud have asked what was bothering you. I've been kind of preoccupied. Bender: With what? Philip J. Fry: Well, I went to another Universe and fell in love with a giant octopus; and now I'm Pope of a new religion.

• Dillon L

  
  Poorly written, incoherent, and really not all that funny.

• Dann M

  
  Futurama's second full length feature, The Beast with a Billion Backs, is a near catastrophe. The overall story isn't cohesive and feels completely episodic, with several shifting stories that are only loosely connected. And the few continuing story developments there are… More
  Futurama's second full length feature, The Beast with a Billion Backs, is a near catastrophe. The overall story isn't cohesive and feels completely episodic, with several shifting stories that are only loosely connected. And the few continuing story developments there are insult the fans; such as scuttling the Fry & Leela and Kif & Amy relationships. But as usual, the one plot line that works is Bender's: he joins a secret robot society and works to take control of it. Yet despite the film's chaos, there are moments where the Futurama comedy stylings come through and deliver the funny. Futurama: The Beast with a Billion Backs is a disappointing and embarrassing outing for the franchise and makes one wonder if it was better off cancelled.

• Daniel P

  
  A return to form after the somewhat mediocre <i>Bender's Big Score</i>. Often laugh out loud funny (personal favorite moment: <i>"MY LEG FEELS FUNNY"</i>). Review soon.

• Barry L

  
  Quality Futurama movie. Leela is a one eyed goddess.....but bender is brilliant.

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