Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe

In 1998, Beavis and Butt-Head are sentenced to attend a space camp after a mishap at a science fair. There, they accidentally launch a rocket and end up on the International Space Station, where they cause chaos and are jettisoned into space. They pass through a black hole and emerge in 2022, landing in a desert in New Mexico. They are soon pursued by a government agent, Sergeant Sally, who is determined to capture them because they are believed to be the key to a cosmic event. Meanwhile, a brilliant but eccentric astrophysicist, Dr. Serena, has a personal vendetta against them. The duo's journey leads them to a university, where they encounter a female version of themselves from an alternate universe, leading to a climactic confrontation that involves a supercollider and a potential universe-ending paradox.

The film was announced in 2017, with Mike Judge confirming that a new movie was in development. It was produced by MTV Entertainment Studios and was released on Paramount+ on June 23, 2022, in the United States and Canada, and on Netflix internationally. The film was directed by John Rice and Albert Calleros, both of whom had worked on the original series. Mike Judge reprised his roles as the voices of Beavis and Butt-Head, as well as other characters. The animation was done by Titmouse, Inc., known for their work on adult animated shows. The film's release was accompanied by a new season of the series on Paramount+.

Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe received generally positive reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds an approval rating of 82% based on 38 reviews, with an average rating of 6.8/10. The site's critical consensus reads: "Beavis and Butt-Head Do the Universe is a welcome return for the iconic duo, delivering the same crude humor and social satire that made the original series a hit." Metacritic assigned a score of 70 out of 100, indicating "generally favorable reviews." Critics praised the film's ability to update the characters for a modern audience while retaining their classic appeal. Some noted that the film's humor might not appeal to those unfamiliar with the series, but fans found it a satisfying continuation.

The film includes several Easter eggs and references to the original series, such as the appearance of the character "Todd" and a nod to the "Cornholio" persona. The alternate universe version of Beavis and Butt-Head, named "Beavis and Butt-Head from another dimension," are voiced by Mike Judge with altered vocal inflections. The film's plot was inspired by a fan theory that the duo's IQ is inversely proportional to the number of brain cells they have, which is referenced in a scene where they are tested by Dr. Serena. Additionally, the film features a cameo by the character "Mr. Anderson," who appears as a homeless man in 2022. The movie's title is a play on the phrase "Do the Universe," which was originally considered for a potential sequel in the 1990s but was shelved until now.

Paramount+

A subscription video-on-demand streaming service owned by Paramount Global, which released the film.

Titmouse, Inc.

An American animation studio known for adult animated series, responsible for the animation of the film.

Rotten Tomatoes

A review-aggregation website for film and television, where the film holds an 82% approval rating.