Despicable Me 5: Will It Happen? Everything We Know (2024)

With Despicable Me 4 already proving to be the Minions franchise's next smash hit, all eyes are turning to the future and the possibility of Despicable Me 5. Beginning in 2010 with the release of the eponymous film, the Minions franchise has blossomed into a multimedia juggernaut that centers around reformed supervillain Gru (Steve Carell) and his army of adorable yellow helpers. With each mainline entry and spinoff proving to be a financial boon for the animation studio Illumination, the chances of the franchise continuing in another sequel seem quite high.

Gru's latest adventure in Despicable Me 4 turned things into a family affair, and the introduction of the former supervillain's infant son, Gru Jr., changed the dynamic of the children's franchise. Though critical reception has been somewhat lackluster, it's in keeping with the series' relatively poor reception. On the other hand, Despicable Me 4 is already proving to be the next big moneymaker for Illumination, and that sort of cash is always a good indicator that another sequel is brewing. Though Despicable Me 5 hasn't been confirmed yet, it seems like a forgone conclusion, and a smart financial decision.

Despicable Me 5 Is Not Confirmed (Yet)

Illumination Hasn't Announced A Sequel

In Hollywood, critical reception only goes so far, and studios like Illumination instead look at box office figures before deciding on sequel plans. With Despicable Me 4 already showing signs of being a crowd-pleasing summer blockbuster, it seems like only a matter of time before another Minions movie is announced. With that said, Despicable Me 5 is not official yet, and it could take a few years before the green light is finally given. Though plans were put in place for Despicable Me 4 back in 2017, it wasn't until 2022 that it was formally announced.

Despicable Me 5 is the most logical next step for the franchise, but that doesn't necessarily mean Illuminations won't offer another spinoff in the interim. Though the mainline Despicable Me movies have all been smashing successes, 2015's Minions and 2022's Minions: Rise of Gru were both certified blockbusters in their own right. Not to mention, the Minions standalone movies have been released between the last two Despicable Me entries, forming a sure-fire moneymaking pattern.

Despicable Me 5 Cast

Will Gru & His Family Return?

Though the series has introduced a host of supporting characters and one-off villains, the core cast of the Despicable Me franchise has remained largely intact. If Despicable Me 5 does end up happening, there are a few characters that will almost certainly return, bringing with them the franchise's familiar voice cast as well. Having led the series since 2010, Steve Carell will undoubtedly return as reformed supervillain Gru, and he'll probably be joined by Kristen Wiig as Lucy Wilde, Gru's wife.

The rest of Gru's family will also likely return, including Miranda Cosgrove as eldest daughter Margo, Dana Gaier as middle child Edith, and youngest daughter, Agnes, played by Madison Polan. However, Polan is the latest actor to voice the role, and Agnes has been played by three different actors across the Despicable Me movies. Another near-certain return is that of Pierre Coffin who voices all of Gru's beloved helpers, the Minions.

The presumptive cast of Despicable Me 5 includes:

Actor	Despicable Me Role
Steve Carell	Gru
Kristen Wiig	Lucy Wilde
Miranda Cosgrove	Margo
Dana Gaier	Edith
Madison Polan	Agnes
Pierre Coffin	The Minions

Despicable Me 5 Story Details

Does Despicable Me 4 Set Up A Sequel?

As with previous films in the franchise, the ending of Despicable Me 4 doesn't necessarily set up a sequel, but the world is left open-ended enough to allow a host of storytelling possibilities. Gru and his family, along with their neighbor Poppy (Joey King), are able to stop the dastardly plans of villain Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell). With a bit of order restored to his life, Gru is able to come to grips with this new phase in his fatherhood journey, and he grows closer to his infant son, Gru Jr.

Despicable Me 5 could go in any number of directions, especially if the franchise wants to take a few risks. Gru could retire and focus on his family exclusively, only to be pulled back into the Anti Villains League, or his older kids could grow up and become rebellious teens. The next sequel will certainly introduce some new villain to vex Gru and his clan, but details will remain hazy until Despicable Me 5 is confirmed.

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Despicable Me (2010)

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Despicable Me follows the story of Gru, a supervillain voiced by Steve Carell, who adopts three orphaned girls as part of his grand scheme to steal the moon. As he balances his villainous plans with fatherhood, Gru's life takes an unexpected turn. The animated film also introduces the popular small, yellow minions. Directed by Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud, it was produced by Illumination Entertainment.

Director

Pierre Coffin , Chris Renaud

Release Date

July 8, 2010

Studio(s)

Illumination , Universal Pictures

Writers

Ken Daurio , Cinco Paul

Cast

Steve Carell , Miranda Cosgrove , Dana Gaier , Elsie Fisher , Jason Segel

Runtime

95 Minutes

Budget

69000000.0

Main Genre

Family