Ep 4. Megamind: The Button of Doom
- February 25, 2011
In DreamWorks Spooky Stories: Volume 2, season 1, episode 4, titled Megamind: The Button of Doom, the beloved blue-skinned supervillain returns in another adventure packed with humor and excitement. Megamind is struggling with boredom after he finally defeats his nemesis, Metro Man, and finds himself aimlessly wandering the city. That is until he discovers a secret, glowing button that has been hidden away in a very peculiar spot.
Despite his initial hesitation, Megamind's curiosity gets the better of him, and he presses the button unleashing an unthinkable foe, who puts the city and its people in grave danger. Megamind quickly realizes that he has made a grave mistake by unleashing the powerful robot, aptly named Doom Syndicate. With the city in peril and his friends hurt, Megamind must come up with a plan to save the day and stop Doom Syndicate before it is too late.
The episode brings back the beloved characters from the original Megamind movie, including Roxanne Ritchie, Hal Stewart (aka Tighten), and Minion. The characters are just as hilarious and entertaining as ever, and the episode only serves to deepen their personalities.
As Megamind tries to face down the destructive forces of Doom Syndicate, he is forced to confront his own flaws and shortcomings. He realizes that he might have to ask for help from an unlikely ally and come full circle. The episode is a wild ride, full of non-stop action, irreverent humor, and surprising plot twists.
DreamWorks Spooky Stories: Volume 2, season 1, episode 4, is a perfect installment for those who love the Megamind movies or for anyone who enjoys a fun-filled action-packed cartoon. Although the episode is part of a collection of spooky stories, it offers more laughs and thrills than scares, making it suitable for all ages.
The animation is fantastic, as usual, and the voice cast shines in their respective roles. Will Ferrell reprises his role as Megamind, bringing his quirky sense of humor and endless charm to the character. Tina Fey is excellent as Roxanne Ritchie, and Jonah Hill is pitch-perfect as the bumbling Hal Stewart. David Cross also makes a hilarious appearance as Minion, Megamind's loyal sidekick.
Overall, DreamWorks Spooky Stories: Volume 2, season 1, episode 4, Megamind: The Button of Doom, is a highly-entertaining adventure that will keep viewers glued to the screen from start to finish. It's a great addition to the Megamind franchise, and it's sure to please both new and longtime fans alike.
