The trailer for Despicable Me 4 has finally dropped, offering a sneak peek into the highly anticipated animated film by Illumination. Serving as the sixth installment in the beloved Despicable Me franchise, which includes the popular Minions subfranchise, this movie brings back the fan-favorite characters.

Fans can expect to see the return of Gru, the reformed supervillain voiced by Steve Carell, alongside his wife Lucy, portrayed by Kristen Wiig since Despicable Me 2. Joining them are their adopted daughter Margo, voiced by Miranda Cosgrove, and of course, the mischievous yellow henchmen, the Minions, voiced by Pierre Coffin.

After much anticipation, the official trailer for Despicable Me 4 is finally here. Dive into the world of Gru and his colourful crew below:

The Despicable Me 4 trailer not only welcomes back beloved characters like Gru and his mischievous Minions but also unveils a new member of the family – Gru Jr. While Gru shares a close bond with his adopted daughters, it seems Gru Jr. is less than enthusiastic about his father.

However, as the family embarks on an exciting adventure to confront a villain with a personal vendetta against Gru (portrayed by Will Ferrell as Maxime Le Mal), there’s hope that this escapade will provide the perfect opportunity for father and son to connect.

Could Despicable Me 4 Mark a Return to Form After Despicable Me 3?

The latest trailer teases further escapades for these beloved characters, yet the question lingers: can the Despicable Me series bounce back following the reception of Despicable Me 3? Despite its commercial triumph with over $1 billion in global box office earnings, ranking it as the franchise’s second highest-grossing installment after 2015’s Minions, the film faced a notable decline in critical acclaim, receiving the first Rotten Tomatoes ‘splat’ for the main series. Below, we delve into the Rotten Tomatoes critic and audience scores in comparison to the franchise’s other films:

The Minions subfranchise swiftly rebounded from its initial critical reception, but the fate of the core Despicable Me series hangs in the balance with its latest offering, Despicable Me 4. While the return of the beloved characters promises to inject vitality into the film, the question remains whether this installment can halt the downward trend of the franchise.

The ensemble cast of Despicable Me 4, including characters unseen on the big screen for seven years, is poised to reignite audience enthusiasm, potentially capitalizing on nostalgia sparked by the new trailer. However, the film’s success hinges on its ability to resonate with both critics and audiences alike, as a lukewarm reception could signal a significant setback for the main series.

Should Despicable Me 4 falter, the future of the franchise hangs in uncertainty. Another extended hiatus or potential closure could be on the horizon. In such a scenario, the prospect of a Minions 3 seems plausible, given the subfranchise’s positive trajectory. Additionally, considering the Minions’ status as Illumination’s flagship characters, their enduring presence in future projects seems assured.

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