Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures officially announced Despicable Me 3, continuing the popular animated franchise.
The production of the animated movie Despicable Me 3 began at Illumination Entertainment studios.
Despicable Me 3 was released worldwide, including in the United States, becoming a major box office success.
Despicable Me 3 surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office revenue, highlighting its global popularity.
Illumination announced a new spin-off related to the Despicable Me franchise named Minions: The Rise of Gru.
Gru discovers he has a twin brother named Dru, who lives a luxurious lifestyle.
Gru and Dru begin to bond and discuss their differences and similarities, setting the stage for their partnership.
Balthazar Bratt, a former child star turned villain, is introduced planning his heist to steal a giant diamond.
Gru and Dru team up to perform a heist aiming to prove their villainous skills and stop Bratt.
Balthazar Bratt successfully steals the giant diamond, escalating his villainous plan.
The brothers attempt to thwart Bratt’s plan but face several obstacles and failures.
The Minions assist Gru and Dru in their efforts to capture Bratt and retrieve the diamond.
Gru, Dru, and the Minions confront Balthazar Bratt in a climactic battle to stop him.
Balthazar Bratt is defeated and arrested, restoring peace.
Gru embraces brotherhood with Dru, and they celebrate their victory together.