List of Ben 10 films explained

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

OccupationAnimated films
Secret of the Omnitrix (2007)Destroy All Aliens (2012)Versus the Universe (2020)
DirectorsSebastian O. Montes III and Scooter TidwellVictor CookArthur Henrique Nazareth and John McIntyre
WritersThomas Pugsley and Greg KleinMarty IsenbergBenjamin Lane, Chelsea McAlarney, Johnny Vu, André LaMilza, John Martinez, Josh Kim, Sarah Visel, Benjamin P. Carow, and Kelly Turnbull
Executive ProducersSam Register and Brian A. MillerMark Eyers, Rick Fernandes, Silas Hickey and Vishnu AthreyaJohn Fang, Brian A. Miller, Jennifer Pelphrey, Rob Sorcher, and Tramm Wigzell along with the Man Of Action
ProducersDonna Smith, Alex Soto & Jennifer Pelphrey Kurt Weldon and Victor Cook Shareena Carlson and Will Patrick
EditorsMark T. CollinsAaron Seelman
ComposersAndy SturmerKristopher Carter, Michael McCuistion and Lolita RitmanisKevin Manthei
Production companiesCartoon Network StudiosTiny Island Productions, Cartoon Network Asia and Cartoon Network StudiosCartoon Network Studios
DistributorCartoon NetworkCartoon NetworkWarner Bros. Home Entertainment
Runtime67 minutes69 minutes72 minutes
ReleasedAugust 10, 2007March 23, 2012October 10, 2020

Ben 10: Secret of the Omnitrix

The 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

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The 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

See main article: Ben 10 Versus the Universe: The Movie.

The 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

OccupationLive-action films
Race Against Time (2007)Alien Swarm (2009)
DirectorsAlex Winter
WritersThomas Pugsley and Greg KleinJohn Turman and James Krieg
Executive ProducersAlex Winter, Ramsey Ann Naito, Sam Register and Tramm WigzellAlex Winter
ProducersEvan W. Adler and Victor Ho Gideon Amir
CinematographersMorgan Pierre SusserAnghel Decca
EditorsSuzanne HinesScott Richter
ComposersAndy SturmerMichael Wandmacher
Production companiesTrouper Productions with Cartoon Network Studios
DistributorWarner Bros. and Cartoon NetworkCartoon Network
Runtime67 minutes69 minutes
ReleasedNovember 21, 2007November 25, 2009

Ben 10: Race Against Time

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The 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 SpecialDina Benadon, Evan Jacobs, Brent Young, Chris Christman; and Outstanding Animated Character in a Live Action Broadcast Program or CommercialBrent Young, Michael Smith.[8]

Ben 10: Alien Swarm

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The 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.

Future

On 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] As of 2024, no update has been given about the film.

See also

Notes and References

  1. Web site: 25 July 2011 . Cartoon Networks Set CG 'Ben 10' TV Movie for 2012 . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20111216180503/http://www.animationmagazine.net/tv/cartoon-networks-set-cg-ben-10-tv-movie-for-2012/ . 16 December 2011 . 27 July 2011.
  2. Web site: Coming Up In March – Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20120217210130/http://www.cartoonnetworkasia.com/video/video.php?video=79546c4505ab945e4c804726ceb0621e . February 17, 2012 . February 11, 2012 . Cartoon Network.
  3. Web site: Ben 10 Week – New Movie Destroy All Aliens! . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20120323110327/http://www.cartoonnetwork.com/coming-soon/index.html?atclk_hp=hp_b_promo_Card#1 . March 23, 2012 . March 11, 2012 . Cartoon Network – Coming Soon.
  4. Web site: Liu . Ed . 25 July 2011 . SDCC2011: "Ben 10: Destroy All Aliens" Trailer Released . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20181001070332/https://animesuperhero.com/sdcc2011-quotben-10-destroy-all-aliens-quot-trailer-released/ . 1 October 2018 . 1 October 2018.
  5. 1230160127187091459 . cartoonnetwork . Ben 10 is ready to take on the universe in his most epic adventure yet . February 19, 2020 . July 23, 2021 .
  6. Web site: TZ @ SDCC: 3 Versions of "Ben 10" Animated Movie, Ben10 Ben10 Action Movie (Updated) . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20071109163615/http://news.toonzone.net/article.php?ID=18361 . 9 November 2007 . 2007-10-25.
  7. Web site: CN Upfront: 2007 Overview . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20071011151126/http://animationinsider.net/article.php?articleID=1274&document=3 . 11 October 2007 . 2007-10-25.
  8. Web site: Heusser . Jeff . 7 January 2008 . VES announces nominees for 6th annual VES Awards . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20081025122101/http://www.fxguide.com/qt/217/visual-effects-society-announces-nominees-for-6th-annual-ves-awards . 25 October 2008 . 15 November 2011.
  9. Web site: Sereta . June 14, 2011 . Ben 10 to be adapted for Big screen . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20110618023115/http://www.slashfilm.com/joel-silver-ben-10-movie/ . June 18, 2011 . June 15, 2011.
  10. Web site: 31 January 2012 . Albert Torres to Draft Live Action Ben 10 - ComingSoon.net . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20120203051454/http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=86425 . 3 February 2012 . 31 January 2012.
  11. Web site: Kit . Borys . February 20, 2013 . 'Rampage' Writer Hired to Work on 'Ben 10' Film (Exclusive) . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20130224054231/http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/rampage-writer-hired-work-ben-422896 . February 24, 2013 . February 21, 2013 . The Hollywood Reporter.