Scoob! (2020): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Ending
Scoob! is a 2020 animated horror film directed by Tony Cervone, starring Will Forte as Shaggy Rogers, Zac Efron and Amanda Seyfried. It runs 1 hour 33 minutes and earned $28.6 million worldwide. Critics gave it 43 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 33m (93 min)
- Director
- Tony Cervone
- Original language
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English
- Studio
- Warner Bros.
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Scoob! About?
The premise of Scoob! without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
The film explores the beginning of Mystery Inc., detailing how Scooby and Shaggy first met and ultimately joined forces with Fred, Velma, and Daphne. Faced with their most challenging mystery yet, the group must stop a sinister plot to unleash the monstrous Cerberus and threaten the world. Along the way, they uncover surprising secrets about Scooby’s past and a remarkable destiny that awaits him.
Scoob! Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- animal as human
- shared universe
- scooby doo character
- great dane
- cartoon dog
- dog
- based on cartoon
- talking animal
- reboot of series
- psychotronic film
- dick dastardly character
- crossover
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- captain caveman character
- dynomutt character
- the blue falcon character
- superhero
- robot dog
- supervillain
- villain
- muttley character
- cerberus
- younger version of character
- one word title
- caveman
- exclamation point in title
- girl wears eyeglasses
- dog movie
- group of teenagers
- teenage boy
- teenage girl
- studio logo segues into film
- anthropomorphic animal
- beach
- kebab
- stealing food
- anthropomorphic dog
- bowling alley
- van
- mystery machine
- social media
- robot
- puppy
- best friend
- halloween
- costume
- criminal
- three headed creature
- sandwich
- california
- nerd
Scoob! Cast & Characters
Will Forte leads the cast as Shaggy Rogers, with Zac Efron as Fred Jones and Amanda Seyfried as Daphne Blake. Directed by Tony Cervone; 14 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tony Cervone
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Gina Rodriguez as Velma Dinkley
Also Starring in Scoob!
· 10 more- Kiersey Clemons Dee Dee Skyes
- Mark Wahlberg Blue Falcon
- Ken Jeong Dynomutt
- Jason Isaacs Dick Dastardly
- Tracy Morgan Captain Caveman
- Frank Welker Scooby-Doo, Pterodactyl
- Mckenna Grace Young Daphne
- Ariana Greenblatt Young Velma
- Iain Armitage Young Shaggy
- Eli Ray
More from Tony Cervone
More films directed by Tony Cervone: Tom and Jerry: Back to Oz, Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest, The Flintstones and WWE: Stone Age SmackDown! and Tom and Jerry: The Lost Dragon.
Scoob! Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Scoob! 43 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 52/100, strongest in sensory experience (65) and weakest in story & flow (40).
Scoob! Echo Score Breakdown
Scoob! delivers an energetic visual package and lighthearted humor but falls short in character depth and narrative cohesion. Many reviews note its colorful animation and lively set-pieces that cater well to younger audiences, while others criticize the predictable plot and underdeveloped emotional beats. The soundtrack and design contribute to an engaging sensory experience despite uneven execution in pacing and character arcs. Ultimately, the film's appeal is split between its playful visuals and its lack of substantial storytelling, resulting in a mixed and divisive reception.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 60
In terms of art and craft, Scoob! offers vivid animation and dynamic action sequences that capture the series’ playful spirit. Supporters highlight the vibrant color palette and inventive design of chase scenes, while critics point to occasional cheap-looking CGI and inconsistent visual polish. The contrast between well-realized set-pieces and rougher moments defines the film’s uneven artistic presentation.
- Character & Emotion 45
When it comes to character and emotion, the film balances nostalgic references with underdeveloped emotional stakes. Fans appreciate the nods to longstanding relationships and themes of friendship, yet many find the character arcs shallow and voice performances uneven. The film’s tendency to prioritize spectacle over genuine moments leaves character dynamics feeling perfunctory rather than resonant.
- Story & Flow 40
In terms of story and flow, Scoob! delivers a straightforward plot that incorporates familiar franchise elements but lacks narrative depth. Viewers note an abundance of pop-culture gags and cameo appearances that dilute focus, and pacing that shifts abruptly between action and exposition. This results in a predictable and at times disjointed experience that struggles to maintain cohesive engagement.
- Sensory Experience 65
When it comes to sensory experience, the film excels in its lively score and playful sound design that complement the animated world’s energy. The soundtrack underscores key moments with bright, orchestral themes, and sound effects heighten the comedic timing. Despite these strengths, some find the audio-visual mix overly frenetic, which occasionally undermines immersion.
- Rewatch Factor 50
In terms of rewatch factor, Scoob! offers enough comedic moments and nostalgic callbacks to warrant occasional revisits by casual viewers. Its playful humor and colorful aesthetics may appeal to children and franchise fans on repeat viewings. However, the lack of narrative complexity and shallow character development may limit long-term appeal, making the movie less compelling for repeated engagement.
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IMDb 5.6 /10
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Metacritic 43 Metascore
User score 5.6
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TMDB 87% User score
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Letterboxd 2.3 /5
55 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.2 /5
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Scoob! Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Scoob! from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
A young and somewhat reclusive Shaggy Rogers befriends a talkative stray dog, which he affectionately names Scooby-Dooby-Doo. On Halloween night, Shaggy and Scooby cross paths with three aspiring detectives: Fred Jones, Daphne Blake, and Velma Dinkley. Their adventure leads them into a spooky haunted house, where they encounter a ghost. After capturing and unmasking it, they discover the ghost is merely the costumed thief Mr. Rigby. This thrilling experience inspires the group to create their detective organization, Mystery Inc..
Full summary
The whole story of Scoob!, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Scoob! Box Office
Scoob! grossed $28.6 million worldwide. $2.2 million came from the US and Canada and $26.4 million (92%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$28.6M
- US & Canada
- $2.2M
- International
- $26.4M
How Well Do You Know Scoob!?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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Who does Shaggy Rogers meet on Halloween night?
Cars in Scoob!
6 cars on screen, including the 1964 Chevrolet Chevy Van and the Ford Crown Victoria.
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1964 Chevrolet Chevy Van Main role -
Ford Crown Victoria Minor role -
Ford Crown Victoria Background role -
2009 Ford F-Series Background role
Scoob! Also Known As
24 alternative titles, including “SCOOBY! O Filme” and “S.C.O.O.B.”.
- Also known as
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- SCOOBY! O Filme
- S.C.O.O.B.
- Scooby!
- Скуб!
- ¡Scooby!
- Scooby
- สคูบ!
- Scooby-Doo! A New Universe
- Scooby !
- Скуби-Ду!
- Scooby-Doo!
- Scooby! Voll verwedelt
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- Скубі-Ду!
- 스쿠비!
- סקובי דו!, სკუბი!
- 史酷比狗
- Cuộc Phiêu Lưu Của Scooby-Doo!
- 狗狗史酷比!
- Skūbis Dū!
- سكوب!
- 狗狗震!
- Skūbijs!
- 弱虫スクービーの大冒険
- Scooby Doo!
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Movies Like Scoob!
Films with a similar story, tone or audience, including Scooby-Doo, Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins and Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy!.
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Scooby-Doo 2002 -
Scooby-Doo! The Mystery Begins 2009 -
Scooby-Doo! Pirates Ahoy! 2006 -
The Scooby-Doo Project 1999 -
Scooby-Doo! The Sword and the Scoob 2021 -
Scooby-Doo! Return to Zombie Island 2019 -
Happy Halloween, Scooby-Doo! 2020 -
Chill Out, Scooby-Doo! 2007 -
Scooby-Doo! Meets the Boo Brothers 1987 -
Scooby-Doo! and the Curse of the 13th Ghost 2019 -
Straight Outta Nowhere: Scooby-Doo! Meets Courage the Cowardly Dog 2021 -
Scooby-Doo! and the Goblin King 2008
Scoob! FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Scoob!, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Scoob!?
Scoob! runs 1 hour 33 minutes (93 minutes).
When was Scoob! released?
Scoob! was released on May 15, 2020.
Who directed Scoob!?
Scoob! was directed by Tony Cervone.
More films by Tony Cervone Who is in the cast of Scoob!?
Scoob! stars Will Forte as Shaggy Rogers, Zac Efron as Fred Jones and Amanda Seyfried as Daphne Blake, among 14 credited actors.
How much did Scoob! make at the box office?
Scoob! grossed $28.6 million worldwide ($2.2 million domestic, $26.4 million international).
How is Scoob! rated?
Scoob! has 5.6/10 on IMDb, 43 on Metacritic, 87% on TMDB and 2.3/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Scoob! have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Scoob! has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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