Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)

Synopsis

A fanboy of a supervillain supergroup known as the Vicious 6, Gru hatches a plan to become evil enough to join them, with the backup of his followers, the Minions.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
• Netflix Standard with Ads

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• Apple TV Store
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• YouTube
• Fandango At Home
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• YouTube
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Cast

• Steve Carell as Gru (voice)
• Pierre Coffin as The Minions (voice)
• Alan Arkin as Wild Knuckles (voice)
• Taraji P. Henson as Belle Bottom (voice)
• Michelle Yeoh as Master Chow (voice)
• Julie Andrews as Gru's Mom (voice)
• Russell Brand as Dr. Nefario (voice)
• Jean-Claude Van Damme as Jean Clawed (voice)
• Dolph Lundgren as Svengeance (voice)
• Danny Trejo as Stronghold (voice)

If you liked Minions: The Rise of Gru, try

• Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse
• Despicable Me 4
• Ice Age: Continental Drift
• Megamind
• Ralph Breaks the Internet
• Elio
• Monsters vs Aliens
• Minions

BingeNext's take

If you’re looking for a fun, lighthearted movie to watch with family or just want some laughs with a bit of mischief, Minions: The Rise of Gru is a great pick. It follows young Gru, a big fan of a villain group called the Vicious 6, as he tries to prove he’s evil enough to join them, with his hilarious Minions by his side. The animation is colorful and lively, and the humor is playful, making it perfect for kids and adults who enjoy a silly, feel-good story. The voice cast includes Steve Carell and Michelle Yeoh, adding charm to the quirky characters. At just 87 minutes, it’s a quick watch that feels like a fun escape into a world of cartoon crime capers without getting too serious. If you liked movies like Despicable Me 4 or Ralph Breaks the Internet, this one will fit right in.