Released in July 2024, Despicable Me 4 is the fourth main installment in Illumination’s powerhouse franchise, continuing Gru’s journey from a world-conquering supervillain to a dedicated, if slightly overwhelmed, family man. Plot Overview
The film introduces a new dynamic to the household with the arrival of Gru Jr., who, much to Gru's frustration, seems to prefer everyone else over his father. Their domestic life is upended when Gru’s childhood rival, Maxime Le Mal (voiced by Will Ferrell), escapes from prison seeking revenge.
To stay safe, the Anti-Villain League (AVL) places the family—Gru, Lucy, the three girls, and the baby—into witness protection in the town of Mayflower, forcing them to adopt "normal" suburban identities. New Faces and Features Film Despicable Me 4
Film Despicable Me 4 is not trying to be The Iron Giant or Spider-Verse. It is exactly what it promises: 95 minutes of high-energy, silly, wholesome chaos. Steve Carell remains irreplaceable as Gru, and Will Ferrell finally gets an animated villain worthy of his talent.
If you love the Minions, you will be delighted. If you hate the Minions… you probably stopped reading two paragraphs ago. Released in July 2024, Despicable Me 4 is
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) Best for: Family movie night, Minions enthusiasts, and anyone who needs a laugh without emotional devastation.
For longtime fans, film Despicable Me 4 is packed with callbacks: Easter Eggs and Connections to the Minions Universe
When Gru’s past as a child prodigy inventor resurfaces through a mysterious old mentor and a powerful empathy-device, he must confront buried guilt, reconcile with estranged family, and choose whether to weaponize emotions to stop a global threat—or sacrifice his legacy to rebuild human connection.
Released in July 2024, Despicable Me 4 is the fourth main installment in Illumination’s powerhouse franchise, continuing Gru’s journey from a world-conquering supervillain to a dedicated, if slightly overwhelmed, family man. Plot Overview
The film introduces a new dynamic to the household with the arrival of Gru Jr., who, much to Gru's frustration, seems to prefer everyone else over his father. Their domestic life is upended when Gru’s childhood rival, Maxime Le Mal (voiced by Will Ferrell), escapes from prison seeking revenge.
To stay safe, the Anti-Villain League (AVL) places the family—Gru, Lucy, the three girls, and the baby—into witness protection in the town of Mayflower, forcing them to adopt "normal" suburban identities. New Faces and Features
Film Despicable Me 4 is not trying to be The Iron Giant or Spider-Verse. It is exactly what it promises: 95 minutes of high-energy, silly, wholesome chaos. Steve Carell remains irreplaceable as Gru, and Will Ferrell finally gets an animated villain worthy of his talent.
If you love the Minions, you will be delighted. If you hate the Minions… you probably stopped reading two paragraphs ago.
Rating: ★★★★☆ (4/5) Best for: Family movie night, Minions enthusiasts, and anyone who needs a laugh without emotional devastation.
For longtime fans, film Despicable Me 4 is packed with callbacks:
When Gru’s past as a child prodigy inventor resurfaces through a mysterious old mentor and a powerful empathy-device, he must confront buried guilt, reconcile with estranged family, and choose whether to weaponize emotions to stop a global threat—or sacrifice his legacy to rebuild human connection.