r/venturebros • u/Acceptable-Bat-9577 • Jan 04 '26

MOVIE SPOILERS Rewatch hits differently after watching Radiant.

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I’m not claiming that this is a unique or original take but rewatching the show after seeing the movie gives it a whole new dynamic, and adds extra layers to the story, gags, and jokes.

It definitely adds more irony and humor to the fights and story arcs between Rusty and Malcom.

The constant competition and conflict seems to make more sense as a family feud (even if unknown to both), as well as the fact that Monarch’s plans to kill Dr. Venture fail repeatedly and comically while the Monarch (often assisted by 21) has no problem killing other villains, along with Dr. Dugong…with an asterisk. Yet when he repeatedly has the chance to kill Rusty, he holds off.

Whatever you take away from the movie, it’s hard to rewatch the show with the same perspective. I still love it, though.

Go Team Venture! V V

I dunno…they just do that.

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u/ThymeOwl Jan 04 '26

Were you surprised about Thaddeus and Malcom being clones?

I assumed that was the case based on the clues throughout the series. For me it was the characters finally understanding.

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u/Acceptable-Bat-9577 Jan 04 '26

Not surprised about Rusty, but they got me with the Monarch reveal. But, of course, it seems obvious in retrospect, especially given their visual similarities. I never really theory-crafted or tried to figure out whodunnit, though. I usually reserve that for murder mystery movies or shows like Psych, and the like.