The animated film Minions & Monsters has been receiving rave reviews from critics and audiences alike since its North American debut.
Released on July 1, Minions & Monsters has scored an impressive 91% on Rotten Tomatoes’ freshness index. This marks the franchise’s highest rating in 16 years, surpassing Despicable Me (80%) from 2010.
Global media outlets have showered the film with praise. Variety hailed it as the pinnacle of the series and a peak of creative thinking. Other critics chimed in, with Mama’s Geeky lauding its sophisticated humor and outstanding animation, calling it by far the best in the Minions series. Discussing Film declared it undoubtedly the best adventure among all series released so far, while The AU Review dubbed it the most enjoyable work in the series! Nexus Point News noted its upgraded version of Minions-style humor.
The critical acclaim has translated into box office gold. According to Box Office Mojo, Minions & Monsters raked in 36.4 million USD during its opening weekend in North America, clinching the top spot. The film’s success extended globally, dominating box offices in 41 countries worldwide. This blockbuster performance has pushed the cumulative North American box office revenue for the Despicable Me and Minions franchises past the 2 billion USD mark, setting a new milestone for the series. The franchise, helmed by French director Pierre Coffin, includes the hit releases Despicable Me (2010), Despicable Me 2 (2013), Minions (2015), Despicable Me 3 (2017), Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022), with Despicable Me 4 slated for 2024.
Minions & Monsters follows the misadventures of Minions James, Henry, and Ed as they set out on a quest to find a monster, hoping to become legendary directors with a debut film that attracts ten million viewers. This latest installment in the beloved franchise is set to hit theaters on July 15 in South Korea, promising more family-friendly fun and mischief from everyone’s favorite yellow henchmen.