The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib
The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib
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The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib

7.4
Yr 2022
Status Canceled
Sci-Fi & Fantasy Animation Comedy Family Kids
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Series Brief

Overview

Framed for a corporate crime, an adult Ted Templeton turns back into the Boss Baby to live undercover with his brother, Tim, posing as one of his kids.

Critical Reception

What critics are saying

Score 68 /100

The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib continues the animated franchise on Netflix, picking up after the events of the second feature film. The storyline finds an adult Theodore Templeton framed for corporate embezzlement, forcing him to turn back into a baby and hide undercover with his brother Tim's family. Reception from family-oriented outlets was largely positive, with critics noting that the show stays faithful to the overall brand.

Positive reviews highlighted the bright animation quality, energetic humor, and emphasis on family values. Reviewers pointed out that despite significant changes to the voice cast, fans of the previous films and series would find the same familiar humor and moral lessons embedded within the Templeton family's chaotic adventures.

However, some family media watchdogs offered more reserved assessments. Critics cautioned parents regarding the show's persistent themes of corporate consumerism and frequent use of dark sarcasm, which some felt rendered the show less ideal for younger audiences.

“the series was brilliantly done with vivid colors, beautiful animation, hilarious content, and positive lessons to learn from it all”

“Too much dark sarcasm, consumerism in unpleasant series”

“fans of these suit-wearing toddlers will find the same family-friendly humor (and good moral lessons) in each episode”

Transmission Paths

Where to Watch

Netflix
US • CA • UK
Netflix Kids
UK
Why fans love it

The Boss Baby: Back in the Crib expands on a familiar premise by folding the sleek corporate world of the original story into the unpredictable dynamics of a modern household. The animation keeps the pace brisk and the tone focused on the inherent absurdity of a high-powered executive navigating childhood playdates and sibling rivalry.

JP Karliak settles into the lead role with sharp timing that highlights the contrast between the character's professional ego and his diminutive physical constraints. As a sequel based on the established book series, the show leans into the established rules of its universe while finding new ways to exploit the friction between adult ambition and infancy. It functions as a comedy about office politics viewed through a lens of domestic chaos.

Featured Players

Cast

Credited 58
Regulars 7
Longest run 25 eps
JP Karliak
JP Karliak
as Boss Baby, Legal Baby Chip, Theodore Templeton, Dondre, Mike Tullyhouse, Mr. Scooper (voice)
Mary Faber
Mary Faber
as Tina, Criminal Baby Ruby, Fussy's Mom, Jackie, Toy-Chasing Wobbler (voice)
Alex Cazares
Alex Cazares
as JJ, Staci, Board Member Vanessa, Cartoon On TV, Floaties Tour Guide, Hot Pink, Juice Box Mascot (Voice)
Max Mittelman
Max Mittelman
as Tim, Iggy's Dad, Rookie Agent Brown, Bav, Becker, Cartoon On TV, Finger Paint Wobbler (voice)
24 episodes
Krizia Bajos
Krizia Bajos
as Carol, IT Baby Cammy, Busy Mom, Yaya, Bingo Volunteer, Board Baby Luz, Bystander's Mom (voice)
24 episodes
Ariana Greenblatt
Ariana Greenblatt
as Tabitha (voice)
16 episodes
Hope Levy
Hope Levy
as Worker Baby Peg
1 episode
Brandon Scott
Brandon Scott
as CEO Baby Hendershot
1 episode
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Pierce Gagnon as Teenage Tim 1 episode Brian George as Milton Livree (voice) 1 episode Aparna Nancherla as Frankie 1 episode Taran Killam as Ace Perfection 1 episode Kyle Chandler as Ranger Safety Binkerton (voice) 1 episode Cobie Smulders as Stella Chimeric 1 episode Caroline Rhea as Gretzkina the Veteran, The Oracle of Moosejaw (voice) 1 episode Aleque Reid as Desrosiers After Dark (voice) 1 episode Kenna J. Ramsey as Oni (voice) 1 episode Secunda Wood as Night Terror Baby (voice) 1 episode Kevin McDonald as Skinny, McBill the Newbie (voice) 1 episode Nick Fisher as Son (voice) (as Nick A Fisher) 1 episode Andy Daly as Sheriff Potty Pardner (voice) 1 episode Tru Valentino as Bobber the Cub, Floaties Security Baby (voice) 1 episode Flula Borg as Mega Fat RV Savings Man (voice) 1 episode Raffael Ponce-Valencia as Hugo (voice) 1 episode Eric Bell Jr. as Triplets (voice) 1 episode Tantoo Cardinal as Marie Chalifoux (voice) 1 episode Nicole Gose as Melissa (voice) 1 episode Andrew Morgado as Lex the Businessman (voice) 1 episode Angelique Cabral as Bruiser's Mom (voice) 1 episode Alexis DeLaRosa as Floaties Manager Yasa (voice) 1 episode Alexander Walsh as Jaron, Don (voice) 2 episodes Mark Mercado as Tyler (voice) 2 episodes Mikael Arakelyan as Samvel (voice) 3 episodes Matt Surges as Chet (voice) 3 episodes Danny Jacobs as Jarreau Macintosh, Loose Cannon Agent Brown, Singing Telegram (voice) 3 episodes Donald Faison as Dr. Thubbeirhd, Dr. The Beard (voice) 3 episodes Antony Del Rio as Antonio (voice) 1 episode Antony Del Rio as Antonio (voice) 3 episodes Miss Benny as Austin (voice) 4 episodes Fred Melamed as Russ Tisdale (voice) 4 episodes Isaach de Bankolé as Sebastian Amadou (voice) 4 episodes Cathy Ang as Temp Baby Aubrey (voice) 4 episodes Grace Kaufman as Mia (voice) 5 episodes Andy Richter as Bradley, Criminal Baby Mako, Board Member Bradley, Maitre D' (voice) 5 episodes Diedrich Bader as Junior Fancy Jr., The Homewrecker (voice) 5 episodes Josh Keaton as Herve, Jukebox Voice, Old Man, Security Guard (voice) 6 episodes Nico Santos as Banker Baby Benny (voice) 6 episodes Raul Ceballos as Benji, Criminal Baby Mateo, Board Member Joaquin (voice) 6 episodes Cissy Jones as Hilde, Ad Narrator (voice) 7 episodes Luke Millington-Drake as Crispin Biscuits (voice) 8 episodes Amy Walker as Other Agent Brown, Criminal Baby Paula, Worker Baby Aoife, Floaties Masseuse, Worker Baby Aoife (song vocals) 9 episodes Isabella Crovetti as Yvette (voice) 10 episodes Maya Tanida as Tabitha (voice) 11 episodes Nicole Byer as Nannycam No-Filter CEO Baby, Nannycam No Filter CEO Baby (voice) 10 episodes Mara Junot as R&D Baby Simmons, Dr. Cherylynn, Officer Pam, Old Woman (voice) 19 episodes Kevin Michael Richardson as Buddy From HR, Agent Brown, Accounting Baby Amal, Pull String CEO Baby, Pull-String CEO Baby (voice) 19 episodes Zeke Alton as Dez, Delivery Man, Board Baby Demarius, Criminal Baby Derek, Old Man, Tip Washington IV (voice) 23 episodes Karan Soni as Pip (voice) 25 episodes
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Keywords

3d animation based on novel or book sequel
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Details

First Aired
May 19, 2022
Status
Canceled
Origin
US
TMDB Votes
162