Steve Carell & Will Arnett’s $940M Netflix Movie Premieres Today
Minions: The Rise of Gru is now streaming on Netflix. The Steve Carell and Will Arnett-led animated movie grossed more than $940 million worldwide.
Cast and characters
The voice cast reunites familiar Despicable Me stars and new additions. Pierre Coffin returns as the voices of the Minions.
- Steve Carell as young Gru
- Will Arnett as Mr. Perkins
- Steve Coogan as Silas Ramsbottom
- Pierre Coffin as the Minions (Kevin, Stuart, Bob, Otto)
- Alan Arkin as Wild Knuckles
- Taraji P. Henson as Belle Bottom
- Michelle Yeoh as Master Chow
- Julie Andrews as Marlena Gru
- Russell Brand as Dr. Nefario
- Jean-Claude Van Damme as Jean-Clawed
- Dolph Lundgren as Svengeance
- Danny Trejo as Stronghold
- Lucy Lawless as Nun-chuck
Plot overview
The story takes place in the 1970s and follows a young Gru growing up in the suburbs. He hopes to join the supervillain group called the Vicious 6.
Gru and his loyal Minions build their first lair and test early gadgets. A failed audition turns Gru into the Vicious 6’s enemy.
Box office and reception
The film earned over $940 million during its theatrical run. It ranks among Universal Pictures’ top-grossing animated releases.
Critics and audiences responded positively. Rotten Tomatoes shows an 89% Popcornmeter score for the title.
Production credits
Kyle Balda, Brad Ableson, and Jonathan del Val directed the film. Matthew Fogel wrote the screenplay from a story by Fogel and Brian Lynch.
- Producers: Chris Renaud and Chris Meledandri
- Executive producers: Latifa Ouaou and Brett Hoffman
- Composer: Heitor Pereira
Streaming details
The Steve Carell and Will Arnett-driven movie premieres on Netflix today for many regions. Subscribers can now stream the family-friendly comedy instantly.
Filmogaz.com notes the title’s strong box office performance and broad ensemble cast. The move cements its place on a major streaming platform.
