from critics—who praised the animation and voice acting but noted a somewhat scattered plot
The film Despicable Me 4 , released theatrically in the United States on , marks the latest main installment in the world's highest-grossing animated franchise. Directed by Chris Renaud and written by Mike White and Ken Daurio, the film continues the adventures of reformed supervillain Felonius Gru as he balances secret agent work with a growing, chaotic family. Plot: A New Addition and an Old Rival
The film welcomes a new character, Luna (voiced by Zendaya), a tech-savvy and feisty young woman who becomes Gru's unlikely ally. The Minions, of course, are back in full force, providing their signature brand of humor and chaos.
—the film was a massive commercial success. It grossed approximately $972 million
: An experimental program that transforms five Minions into super-powered heroes—a clear parody of Marvel and the Fantastic Four—only for them to cause more mayhem than they solve.
