Competition

You don't need to be an animation fan already — Competition works regardless. It knows exactly what kind of film it is from the opening scene, and never loses that thread. With 115 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Pierre Coffin's voice work is a big part of what makes it distinctive. There is no real reason to keep putting it off.

Part of the current wave of titles people are actually watching, Competition earns its spot. Competition treats animation as a medium, not a limitation. Two minions working in a bomb lab get competitive. Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud bring voice work that does more than the format usually asks for. It hit screens in 2015. Competition uses the freedom of animation to tell stories live-action could not attempt. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Genuinely enjoyable for a wide range of viewers, Competition treats animation as a delivery mechanism, not a limitation. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete film is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. The writing operates at a level the format's reputation does not fully prepare you for. Adult animation that actually works for adults.

Competition was released in 2015, directed by Julien Soret. The full 4-minute film is available to watch now. Find exactly where it's streaming below, and TV Butler Pro makes it effortless to track your progress as you go. Just search the name, and Butler finds it instantly, tells you which service has it, and remembers exactly where you left off.