Just as the curtains drew back on the captivating "Despicable Me 4," the news of an imminent sequel has sent fans into a frenzy. It seems like mere moments after the blockbuster film hit theaters, Illumination and Universal Studios revealed the next chapter in the Minions' adventures. With a slated release date of June 30, 2027, "Minions 3" promises to be a visual treat. Penned by Brian Lynch, the mastermind behind "Minions" and "The Secret Life of Pets" films, the movie will be helmed by the veteran director Pierre Coffin, who has not only directed numerous "Despicable Me" and "Minions" installments but also lent his voice to the adorable yellow creatures since their debut in 2010.
Under the production stewardship of Illumination's founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and executive producer Bill Ryan, who oversaw the making of "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," "Minions 3" aims to continue the franchise's remarkable success. Over a decade since their inception, the Minions have established themselves as the epitome of animated icons, propelling the "Despicable Me" and "Minions" movies to a staggering global box office haul of almost $5 billion.
This illustrious franchise boasts several milestones, including "Minions," one of the highest-grossing animated films in history, as well as the Oscar-nominated "Despicable Me 2" and "Despicable Me 3," both of which raked in over $1 billion at the global box office. In 2022, "Minions: The Rise of Gru" shattered records, boasting the highest-grossing July Fourth opening weekend in domestic cinema history. This year's "Despicable Me 4" further solidified the Minions' enduring popularity, amassing $230 million worldwide upon its release.
