Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022) is an animated comedy and the fifth movie in the Despicable Me series. This film acts as a prequel, exploring the early years of the famous villain Gru, voiced by Steve Carell, and his bond with his devoted Minions.
Minions: The Rise of Gru - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
Movie: | Minions: The Rise of Gru |
Genre: | Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family |
Language: | English |
Director: | Kyle Balda |
Main Cast: | Steve Carell (Gru) - Pierre Coffin (Kevin, Stuart, Otto) - Alan Arkin (Wild Knuckles) - Taraji P. Henson (Bell Bottom) - Michelle Yeoh (Master Chow) |
Release Date: | July 1, 2022 |
Banner: | Illumination Entertainment, Universal Pictures |
Music: | Not available |
Budget: | $85 million |
Runtime: | 1h 27m |
Set in the 1970s, the story centers around 12-year-old Gru, a clever and mischievous boy who wants to become the best supervillain ever. He looks up to a villain group called the Vicious 6, which is led by the fierce Wild Knuckles, voiced by Alan Arkin. When Gru steals an important item from them, he finds himself in their sights. With the help of his playful Minions, Gru must outsmart the Vicious 6 to show he has what it takes to be a great villain.
The movie showcases Gru’s early escapades and how he begins to create his evil empire, while also highlighting the strong friendship he shares with his Minions. It features the funny yellow Minions who help bring about the chaos and fun.
Directed by Kyle Balda and Brad Ableson, Minions: The Rise of Gru offers a delightful mix of silly humor, exciting action, and heartfelt moments, making it an enjoyable experience for both children and adults.