Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022): Cast, Ratings & Box Office
Minions: The Rise of Gru is a 2022 animated comedy directed by Kyle Balda and Jonathan del Val, starring Steve Carell as Gru, Alan Arkin and Taraji P. Henson. It runs 1 hour 27 minutes and earned $940.5 million worldwide on a $100 million budget. It earned 1 award nomination, including Best Animated Film at the Saturn Awards 2022. Critics gave it 69% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 27m (87 min)
- Directors
- Kyle Balda , Jonathan del Val and Brad Ableson
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Universal Pictures
- Budget
- $100M
- After the credits
- Yes Extra scene during or after the credits
What Is Minions: The Rise of Gru About?
The premise of Minions: The Rise of Gru without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.
In the 1970s, a young Gru dreams of becoming a supervillain and is inspired by the notorious Vicious 6. With the help of his loyal Minions – Kevin, Stuart, Bob, and Otto – he builds his first secret hideout, develops powerful weapons, and plans daring heists. After being turned down by the Vicious 6, Gru finds himself in danger and must outsmart them, ultimately seeking help from the legendary Wild Knuckles.
Minions: The Rise of Gru Themes & Keywords
· 50 tags- despicable me's minion character
- supervillainess
- supervillain
- chinese zodiac
- supervillain team
- scene during end credits
- pet rock
- san francisco california
- chinese dragon
- zodiac stone
- criminal
- record player
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- death valley california
- reference to peter frampton
- 1970s
- shared universe
- sequel
- second part
- flying car
- hovercar
- computer animation
- minion
- slimehouse
- cg animation
- fireworks
- dream
- colon in title
- five word title
- zodiac
- year 1976
- kung fu
- acupuncture
- chinatown
- clock tower
- rabbit
- goat
- rooster
- nun
- roller skates
- lobster claw
- afro
- biker
- henchman
- villain
- villainess
- dragon
- cobra
- ox
- tiger
- monkey
Minions: The Rise of Gru Cast & Characters
Steve Carell leads the cast as Gru, with Alan Arkin as Wild Knuckles and Taraji P. Henson as Belle Bottom. Directed by Kyle Balda, Jonathan del Val and Brad Ableson; 12 actors are credited in all.
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Co-director Kyle Balda - Co-director Jonathan del Val
- Co-director Brad Ableson
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Jean-Claude Van Damme as Jean-Clawed
Also Starring in Minions: The Rise of Gru
· 8 more- Lucy Lawless Nun-Chuck
- Dolph Lundgren Svengeance
- Danny Trejo Stronghold
- Russell Brand Nefario
- Pierre Coffin The Minions
- Michelle Yeoh Master Chow
- The RZA
- Julie Andrews Gru's Mom
More from the Directors of Minions: The Rise of Gru
More films directed by the directors of Minions: The Rise of Gru, best-rated first: The Sheep Detectives, The Secret Life of Pets 2, Despicable Me 3 and Dr. Seuss' The Lorax.
Minions: The Rise of Gru Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Minions: The Rise of Gru 69% on Rotten Tomatoes and 56 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.5/10. Our Echo Score gives it 68/100, strongest in art & craft (78) and weakest in story & flow (38).
Minions: The Rise of Gru Echo Score Breakdown
Minions: The Rise of Gru leans on its vibrant visual presentation and energetic slapstick to sustain audience interest, while its narrative foundation remains thin. Critics acknowledge the film’s polished look, brisk pacing, and lively voice work, yet repeatedly note a forgettable plot and lack of substantive story development. User feedback echoes this split, praising the colorful design and family‑friendly fun but often calling the storyline banal. Consequently, the movie offers high‑octane amusement that does not compensate for its narrative shortcomings.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 78
Visually, the film excels with a bright, polished aesthetic and fluid animation that keep the action lively. Critics highlight the crisp cinematography and colorful production design, while users remark on the appealing visual style and engaging set pieces. The technical craftsmanship consistently elevates the viewing experience despite narrative flaws.
- Character & Emotion 68
The voice performances inject enthusiasm, with Pierre Coffin’s Minionese and Steve Carell’s Gru delivering lively, comedic chemistry. Reviewers note the characters’ playful energy as a highlight, yet acknowledge limited emotional depth and development. Consequently, the character work provides engaging moments but falls short of substantive resonance.
- Story & Flow 38
The storyline is broadly criticized for its lack of coherence and originality, with many reviewers calling it forgettable and banal. While a few notes mention occasional heartfelt beats, the overall narrative is perceived as disjointed, relying on slap‑stick set‑pieces rather than a compelling plot. This results in a weak storytelling foundation.
- Sensory Experience 72
The film’s soundscape blends lively musical cues with exaggerated sound effects that complement its chaotic humor. Critics point to the high‑energy score and bold color palette, while audience comments praise the vivid animation and auditory liveliness. This sensory exuberance sustains the comedic tone, even as narrative elements wane.
- Rewatch Factor 65
Repeated viewings are likely to appeal to younger audiences who enjoy the visual antics and simple jokes, as reflected in family‑focused user feedback. However, the thin plot and occasional repetitive gags may diminish interest for older viewers after an initial watch. Overall, the film offers moderate rewatch value rooted in its humor and style.
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IMDb 6.5 /10
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Rotten Tomatoes 69% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 89%
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Metacritic 56 Metascore
User score 7.5
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TMDB 73% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
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Movie Insider 4.2 /5
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Minions: The Rise of Gru Plot Summary & Ending Explained
What happens in Minions: The Rise of Gru from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 1976, eight years following the events of the original movie, 11-year-old Gru (Steve Carell) becomes the new leader of the Minions. Everything takes a turn when Gru receives an invitation to audition for the Vicious 6, a notorious criminal organization founded by the super-villain Wild Knuckles (Alan Arkin). After Knuckles’ demise, the group is now led by the ambitious Belle Bottom (Taraji P. Henson), who is on the lookout for a fresh recruit. The Vicious 6 also includes characters like Jean-Clawed (Jean-Claude Van Damme), who sports a massive mechanical lobster claw in place of his right arm, and Nunchuck (Lucy Lawless), a nun skilled in wielding nun chucks. They are joined by Svengeance (Dolph Lundgren), a roller-skating enthusiast, and Stronghold (Danny Trejo), who possesses enormous metal hands.
Full summary
The whole story of Minions: The Rise of Gru, scene by scene, with the ending explained
Minions: The Rise of Gru Box Office & Budget
Minions: The Rise of Gru grossed $940.5 million worldwide on a $100 million budget, 9.4 times what it cost. $370.5 million came from the US and Canada and $569.9 million (61%) from the rest of the world.
Worldwide gross
$940.5M
9.4× its budget
- US & Canada
- $370.5M
- International
- $569.9M
- Budget
- $100M
Minions: The Rise of Gru Awards & Nominations
Minions: The Rise of Gru earned 1 award nomination, including Best Animated Film at the Saturn Awards 2022.
1 nomination1 ceremony
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Saturn Awards 2022 1 nomination- Nominated Best Animated Film
Minions: The Rise of Gru Trailers & Videos
9 videos: 3 trailers, 2 teasers and 4 clips.
- Trailer Official Trailer 2
- Trailer Official Trailer 3
- Teaser Get Ready
- Teaser Yours to Own
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Minions: The Rise of Gru Also Known As
61 alternative titles, including “미니언즈: 라이즈 오브 그루” and “Miljenici: Uspon Grua”.
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- 미니언즈: 라이즈 오브 그루
- Miljenici: Uspon Grua
- Minioni 2
- Minions: Historien om Gru
- Миньоны: Грювитация
- Малци: Успон Груа
- Mimoni: Zloduch prichádza
- Minions 2: Come Gru diventa cattivissimo
- Minions 2: Historien om Gru
- Minions: Hoe Gru superschurk werd
- Մինիոններ. Գրուի վերելքը
- Minionki: Wejście Gru
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- Minions: Auf der Suche nach dem Mini-Boss
- المينيونز 2: صعود جرو
- Minions 2: A Origem de Gru
- Minions 2: The Rise of Gru
- มินเนี่ยน 2
- 迷你兵团
- ミニオンズ フィーバー：2022
- Minyonlar 2: Gru'nun Yüksəlişi
- Minions. El origen de Gru
- 迷你兵團2
- Minions Auf Der Suche Nach Dem Mini Boss
- Skósveinarnir: Gru rís upp
- Les Minions 2 : Il était une fois Gru
- Mínimos 2: A Ascensão de Gru
- Посіпаки: Становлення лиходія
- Миньоните 2
- Minions - Auf der Suche nach dem Mini-Boss
- Mimoni 2: Padouch přichází
- Kätyrit: Grun tarina
- Minions 2 - Come Gru diventa cattivissimo
- 미니언즈 2
- Minyonok: Gru színre lép
- Minions 2: Η Άνοδος του Γκρου
- Minioner: Berättelsen om Gru
- Mimoni 2: Zloduch prichádza
- Minions: El origen de Gru
- Minyonlar 2: Gru'nun Yükselişi
- המיניונים 2: עלייתו של גרו
- Käsilased 2
- 小黄人大眼萌：神偷奶爸前传
- Minions: Nace un villano
- 小小兵2：格魯的崛起
- Minions – Auf der Suche nach dem Mini-Boss
- 迷你兵團 2
- Malci 2: Kako je Gru postao Gru
- Minions: Sự Trỗi Dậy Của Gru
- ミニオンズ フィーバー, მინიონები: გრუს აღზევება
- المينيونز 2 صعود جرو
- Minions: Kebangkitan Gru
- Pakalikai 2
- Малци 2: Груов почетак
- Minionii 2
- Minions: L’origen de Gru
- Minioni: Grujev vzpon
- مینیونها: ظهور گرو
- Minions 2: Hoe Gru superschurk werd
- المينيون: ارتقاء غرو
- मिनियंस: द राइज़ ऑफ़ ग़्रू
- Мињони: Подемот на Гру
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Minions: The Rise of Gru FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Awards
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, awards and post-credit scenes of Minions: The Rise of Gru, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Minions: The Rise of Gru?
Minions: The Rise of Gru runs 1 hour 27 minutes (87 minutes).
When was Minions: The Rise of Gru released?
Minions: The Rise of Gru was released on July 1, 2022.
Who directed Minions: The Rise of Gru?
Minions: The Rise of Gru was directed by Kyle Balda, Jonathan del Val and Brad Ableson.
More films by Kyle Balda Who is in the cast of Minions: The Rise of Gru?
Minions: The Rise of Gru stars Steve Carell as Gru, Alan Arkin as Wild Knuckles and Taraji P. Henson as Belle Bottom, among 12 credited actors.
How much did Minions: The Rise of Gru make at the box office?
Minions: The Rise of Gru grossed $940.5 million worldwide ($370.5 million domestic, $569.9 million international) on a budget of $100 million.
How is Minions: The Rise of Gru rated?
Minions: The Rise of Gru has 6.5/10 on IMDb, 69% on Rotten Tomatoes, 56 on Metacritic and 73% on TMDB.
Was Minions: The Rise of Gru nominated for any awards?
Minions: The Rise of Gru received 1 nomination across 1 ceremony.
Does Minions: The Rise of Gru have a post-credit scene?
Yes. Minions: The Rise of Gru has an extra scene during or after the credits, so it is worth staying seated.
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