Comedy, Crime, Family, Adventure, Sci-Fi, animation
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Minions & Monsters is a 2026 American animated comedy film produced by Illumination and Universal Pictures. Directed by Pierre Coffin and written by Brian Lynch and Coffin, the film serves as the third installment in the Minions prequel series and the seventh film in the Despicable Me franchise. Set in 1920s Old Hollywood, the story follows the lovable Minions as they dream of creating their very own monster movie, embarking on a hilarious adventure filled with classic movie monsters, slapstick comedy, and cinematic chaos.
Inspired by the golden age of Hollywood filmmaking, Minions & Monsters the Minions search for the perfect cast of monsters while crossing paths with colorful new characters. They recruit the eccentric film director Max, encounter the mysterious monster Goomi, befriend Debbie, a determined suffragette, and mistake the alien robot Dort for their next evil boss. Along the way, the Minions accidentally unleash strange creatures, creating one outrageous disaster after another as they attempt to complete their ambitious movie production.
The film blends Illumination’s signature humor with affectionate references to classic Universal monster movies, silent-era filmmaking, and Hollywood history. Packed with visual gags, energetic action, and heartwarming moments, Minions & Monsters celebrates creativity, teamwork, friendship, and the magic of filmmaking. The movie also serves as a tribute to the communal experience of watching films on the big screen while delivering the fast-paced comedy and lovable characters that have made the Despicable Me franchise a worldwide success.
Featuring voice performances by Pierre Coffin, Trey Parker, Christoph Waltz, Allison Janney, Jesse Eisenberg, Jeff Bridges, Zoey Deutch, Bobby Moynihan, and Phil LaMarr, the film combines nostalgic Hollywood charm with modern animated entertainment for audiences of all ages.
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