Despicable Me 4: Detailed Review on Plot, Cast and Release

Despicable Me 4 brings a wave of joy as the newest addition to the globally adored animated franchise. Get ready for the triumphant comeback of everyone’s beloved supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, Gru, and his delightful family, promising an exciting, bold new era filled with Minions mayhem.

Brief Story

In “Despicable Me 4”, Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, and Agnes joyfully welcome a new addition to the family, Gru Jr., who is determined to play pranks on his dad.

However, their peaceful family life takes a thrilling turn when they find themselves targeted by escaped criminal Maxime Le Mal and his captivating girlfriend Valentina.

With danger looming, the family embarks on an adventurous journey, promising an exciting storyline filled with fresh challenges and delightful twists for the audience to enjoy.

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Despicable Me 4 Cast

The film boasts a star-studded cast, including:

Steve Carell as Gru
Kristen Wiig as Lucy Wilde
Joey King as Poppy
Will Ferrell as Maxime Le Mal
Sofía Vergara as Valentina
Miranda Cosgrove as Margo
Dana Gaier as Edith
Madison Skyy Polan as Agnes
Pierre Coffin as the Minions
Steve Coogan as Silas Ramsbottom

Comparison to Previous Movies

“Despicable Me 4” continues the success story following Illumination’s 2022 summer hit, “Minions: The Rise of Gru,” which raked in nearly $1 billion worldwide. Since its inception, the franchise has undergone significant evolution since the debut of the original “Despicable Me” film in 2010, which garnered rave reviews. Building on its momentum, the franchise surpassed the Shrek series to become the most successful animated series of all time with the release of “Despicable Me 3” in 2017.

While Gru initially prided himself on his tough supervillain persona in “Despicable Me,” his character arc took a heartwarming turn as he found himself becoming a father-like figure to three young girls: Margo, Edith, and Agnes. This transformation made him realize that being a supportive father was his true calling, a theme that resonated throughout subsequent movies.