Despicable Me 4: Speculated Release Date, Cast, Plot And Other Details

Despicable Me 2 proved to be an enormous success, exceeding all expectations at the box office. Its impact was evident as fans and reviewers witnessed its immense popularity upon release. The lovable Minions, in particular, gained such widespread appeal that they went on to inspire two separate spin-off films. The first of these spin-offs, titled Minions, achieved a staggering box office revenue of over $1 billion. Gru and his mischievous Minions captured audiences’ hearts with their entertaining and humorous antics, almost transcending the boundaries of traditional cinema to become a cultural phenomenon in their own right.

With the formal announcement of the fourth Despicable Me movie, which also marks the sixth installment in the franchise, made by Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri in 2017, the overwhelming success of the previous films justified the production firms’ confidence. As we eagerly await the release of Despicable Me 4, after a span of more than six years since its confirmation, let’s delve into what we currently know about this highly anticipated sequel.

Despicable Me 4: Cast

The Despicable Me franchise has garnered immense popularity, thanks in part to its star-studded cast, which includes numerous Hollywood heavyweights who have lent their talents to the series. While the cast for Despicable Me 4 has yet to be finalized, some casting confirmations have been announced. Naturally, Steve Carell, known for his role in The Office, will reprise his iconic portrayal of Gru, potentially one of the greatest cinematic villains of all time. Joining him are esteemed actors such as Steve Coogan from Tropic Thunder, who will play the character Silas Ramsbottom, Kristen Wiig from Bridesmaids, who will portray Gru’s wife Lucy Wilde, and Miranda Cosgrove from iCarly, who will lend her voice to their adopted daughter Margo.

The roles of their other two daughters, Agnes Gru and Edith Gru, are expected to be portrayed by Nev Scharrel (Aimee) and Dana Gaier (On My Block), respectively. Although not formally confirmed, Steve Carell has strongly hinted at the presence of Edith and Agnes in the upcoming film. Fans of the franchise eagerly anticipate the return of their favorite actors and characters, including Will Arnett from Arrested Development as Mr. Perkins, Russell Brand from Forgetting Sarah Marshall as Dr. Nefario, and Julie Andrews from The Sound of Music as Marlene Gru, although their involvement has yet to be officially announced.

Despicable Me 4: Plot

In the previous installment, Despicable Me 3, the conclusion saw Gru’s twin brother, Dru (also voiced by Steve Carell), assuming leadership of the mischievous Minions. Meanwhile, Gru and Lucy found themselves back in the Anti-Villain League, indicating that their roles will be central to the storyline of Despicable Me 4. It’s reasonable to expect that a new super-villain is plotting a wicked scheme to conquer the world, and Gru, along with his trusty companions, will employ all means necessary to thwart this evil plan. For the latest updates on the story details of Despicable Me 4, be sure to stay tuned to Collider.

Despicable Me 4: Release Date

Formally announced in February 2022, Despicable Me 4 is set to be released in theaters on July 3, 2024. Interestingly, this release date falls just two days prior to the scheduled premiere of the Lion King prequel, titled Mufasa: The Lion King. Fans can look forward to an exciting summer with these highly anticipated films arriving back-to-back in the cinemas.