Set in 1976, the film explores the origin of Gru as an aspiring young supervillain.
: At nearly 12 years old, Gru is a "fanboy" of the Vicious 6 , a elite group of supervillains. Minions 2 - Come Gru diventa cattivissimo
(internationally known as Minions: The Rise of Gru ) is a 2022 animated comedy produced by Illumination and distributed by Universal Pictures . It serves as a sequel to the 2015 spin-off Minions and is the fifth overall installment in the Despicable Me franchise. Plot Overview Set in 1976, the film explores the origin
: After Gru is kidnapped by a vengeful Wild Knuckles, his loyal Minions—Kevin, Stuart, Bob, and a new braces-wearing Minion named Otto —must embark on a journey to San Francisco to save their "Mini-Boss". It serves as a sequel to the 2015
: An acupuncturist and kung fu master, voiced by Michelle Yeoh. Production and Reception
: When the group ousts their founder, Wild Knuckles , Gru applies to join them. The interview goes poorly, leading Gru to steal a powerful artifact—the Zodiac Stone —to prove his worth.
: The new leader of the Vicious 6, voiced by Taraji P. Henson.