The Ben 10 films are a series of American animated and live-action, fictional superhero films produced by Cartoon Network Studios set in the fictional franchise, Ben 10 conceived by Man of Action, produced by Cartoon Network Studios, and owned by Warner Bros. Entertainment.
As of 2020, there has been three animated films – Secret of the Omnitrix (2007), Destroy All Aliens (2012), Versus the Universe (2020) and two live-action films – Race Against Time (2007), Alien Swarm (2009) released in the franchise.
Animated films
edit| Occupation | Animated films | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Secret of the Omnitrix (2007) | Destroy All Aliens (2012) | Versus the Universe (2020) | |
| Directors | Sebastian O. Montes III and Scooter Tidwell | Victor Cook | Arthur Henrique Nazareth and John McIntyre |
| Writers | Thomas Pugsley and Greg Klein | Marty Isenberg | Benjamin Lane, Chelsea McAlarney, Johnny Vu, André LaMilza, John Martinez, Josh Kim, Sarah Visel, Benjamin P. Carow, and Kelly Turnbull |
| Executive Producers | Sam Register and Brian A. Miller | Mark Eyers, Rick Fernandes, Silas Hickey and Vishnu Athreya | John Fang, Brian A. Miller, Jennifer Pelphrey, Rob Sorcher, and Tramm Wigzell along with the Man Of Action |
| Producers | Donna Smith, Alex Soto & Jennifer Pelphrey (supervising) | Kurt Weldon (line) and Victor Cook (supervising) | Shareena Carlson and Will Patrick |
| Editors | Mark T. Collins | Aaron Seelman | — |
| Composers | Andy Sturmer | Kristopher Carter, Michael McCuistion and Lolita Ritmanis | Kevin Manthei |
| Production companies | Cartoon Network Studios | Tiny Island Productions, Cartoon Network Asia and Cartoon Network Studios | Cartoon Network Studios |
| Distributor | Cartoon Network | Cartoon Network | Warner Bros. Home Entertainment |
| Runtime | 67 minutes | 69 minutes | 72 minutes |
| Released | August 10, 2007 | March 23, 2012 | October 10, 2020 |
Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix
editThe first animated film titled Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix is considered as a three-part episode in its fourth season. During a fight with Dr. Animo, Ben's Omnitrix accidentally sets off its self-destruct mode and Ben has to find the Omnitrix's creator to shut it down and stop the evil Vilgax.
Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens
editThe second film is a CGI movie titled Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens announced in mid-2011,[1] and released on March 11, 2012 (Asia/Philippines)[2] and on March 23, 2012 (US).[3] This film had previously been under the working title Ben 10: Alien Dimensions.[4] The film was based on the original series and featured the original voice cast. The CGI was animation was handled by Tiny Island Productions.
Ben 10 Versus the Universe: The Movie
editThe third animated film titled Ben 10 Versus the Universe: The Movie was announced by Cartoon Network on February 19, 2020, and released on October 10, 2020. This film is based on the reboot of the show.[5]
Live-action films
edit| Occupation | Live-action films | |
|---|---|---|
| Race Against Time (2007) | Alien Swarm (2009) | |
| Directors | Alex Winter | |
| Writers | Thomas Pugsley and Greg Klein | John Turman and James Krieg |
| Executive Producers | Alex Winter, Ramsey Ann Naito, Sam Register and Tramm Wigzell | Alex Winter |
| Producers | Evan W. Adler and Victor Ho (line) | Gideon Amir |
| Cinematographers | Morgan Pierre Susser | Anghel Decca |
| Editors | Suzanne Hines | Scott Richter |
| Composers | Andy Sturmer | Michael Wandmacher |
| Production companies | Trouper Productions with Cartoon Network Studios | |
| Distributor | Warner Bros. and Cartoon Network | Cartoon Network |
| Runtime | 67 minutes | 69 minutes |
| Released | November 21, 2007 | November 25, 2009 |
Ben 10: Race Against Time
editThe first live-action film titled Ben 10: Race Against Time,[6] was aired November 21, 2007. It revolves around Ben, Gwen, and Grandpa Max (in another dimension) returning to their hometown of Bellwood and attempting to adjust to being "normal" again. Unfortunately, their lives are once again disrupted by a mysterious alien known as Eon. It premiered on Cartoon Network on November 21, 2007. The film was directed by Alex Winter.[7] The film was nominated for two Visual Effects Society Awards: Outstanding Visual Effects in a Broadcast Miniseries, Movie or Special – Dina Benadon, Evan Jacobs, Brent Young, Chris Christman; and Outstanding Animated Character in a Live Action Broadcast Program or Commercial – Brent Young, Michael Smith.[8]
Ben 10: Alien Swarm
editThe second live-action film titled Ben 10: Alien Swarm was aired November 25, 2009. In the movie, the group stumbles upon a hive of alien nanobots who are controlled by a single consciousness and are using humans as host bodies to take over the world. Ben and his friends work together to stop them. This movie is also when Ben unlocks Nanomech.
Theatrical live-action film
editOn June 14, 2011, producer Joel Silver announced that he, along with Warner Bros. and Dark Castle Entertainment, would be working on a film version of Ben 10.[9] In January 2012, Albert Torres was announced as screenwriter.[10] In February 2013, Ryan Engle was announced to work on Torres' script. Andrew Rona, Steve Richards, and Joel Silver were producers. Alex Heineman and Sarah Meyer were executive producers.[11] On September 16, 2024, it was announced that the film is in the works with Denis Villeneuve producing and directing.[12]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "Cartoon Networks Set CG 'Ben 10' TV Movie for 2012". 25 July 2011. Archived from the original on 16 December 2011. Retrieved 27 July 2011.
- ^ "Coming Up In March – Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens". Cartoon Network. Archived from the original on February 17, 2012. Retrieved February 11, 2012.
- ^ "Ben 10 Week – New Movie Destroy All Aliens!". Cartoon Network – Coming Soon. Archived from the original on March 23, 2012. Retrieved March 11, 2012.
- ^ Liu, Ed (25 July 2011). "SDCC2011: "Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens" Trailer Released". Archived from the original on 1 October 2018. Retrieved 1 October 2018.
- ^ @cartoonnetwork (February 19, 2020). "Ben 10 is ready to take on the universe in his most epic adventure yet" (Tweet). Retrieved July 23, 2021 – via Twitter.
- ^ "TZ @ SDCC: 3 Versions of "Ben 10" Animated Movie, Ben10 Ben10 Action Movie (Updated)". Archived from the original on 9 November 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-25.
- ^ "CN Upfront: 2007 Overview". Archived from the original on 11 October 2007. Retrieved 2007-10-25.
- ^ Heusser, Jeff (7 January 2008). "VES announces nominees for 6th annual VES Awards". Archived from the original on 25 October 2008. Retrieved 15 November 2011.
- ^ Sereta (June 14, 2011). "Ben 10 to be adapted for Big screen". Archived from the original on June 18, 2011. Retrieved June 15, 2011.
- ^ "Albert Torres to Draft Live Action Ben 10 - ComingSoon.net". 31 January 2012. Archived from the original on 3 February 2012. Retrieved 31 January 2012.
- ^ Kit, Borys (February 20, 2013). "'Rampage' Writer Hired to Work on 'Ben 10' Film (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on February 24, 2013. Retrieved February 21, 2013.
- ^ Milheim, Russ (September 16, 2024). "Live-Action Ben 10 Movie In the Works with 'Dune' Director Denis Villeneuve (Exclusive)". The Direct.
