A 2024 movie that earned nearly $1 billion in theaters has become a global hit on Netflix. The streaming platform is known for their popular original series and movies, with some of their most-watched features being the political satire Don't Look Up, which was nominated for four Oscars including Best Picture, the action-comedy Red Notice, which was viewed by more than 230 million s, and the 2018 apocalyptic horror-thriller Bird Box, which is the oldest title that remains on Netflix's Top 10 chart of their most-watched English-language movies. 57d2d

Despicable Me 4brought back Illumination Studio’s hugely popular animated franchise, and much of the original cast returned to continue the story of international super villain turned hero Gru. The main plot of Despicable Me 4 sees Gru and his family adjusting to the newest arrival: Gru Jr. However, as Gru fights to get his new baby to like him, the family goes into hiding from the newly escaped Maxime Le Mal. However, when a neighbor recognizes him, Gru is pulled back into a life of crime.

Google's top trending movies of 2024 have been revealed, and there are some surprise omissions. 2024 has been a big release year, with box office successes coming both from MCU titles like Deadpool & Wolverine and Disney fare such as Moana 2 and Pixar's Inside Out 2. Universal's musical adaptation Wicked has also been one of the big hits this fall, continuing to rage on at the box office past its third weekend in theaters. As the year continues, other big releases are planned, including sequel Sonic the Hedgehog 3, among others.

The following contains spoilers for Despicable Me 4.

Despicable Me 4 is now streaming, and there are a variety of reasons that it is worth watching. The 2024 movie premiered in theaters on July 3. Its debut was followed by a VOD premiere on August 6, which was less than halfway through its landmark run that has led it to become the third highest-grossing movie of the year so far behind Deadpool & Wolverine and Inside Out 2 (which is the highest-grossing animated movie of all time). However, the sequel has not been available on any free or subscription streaming platforms until now.

Despicable Me 4 now has a streaming release date after dominating in theaters this summer. Directed by Chris Renaud, the fourth installment in Illumination's Despicable Me franchise follows Gru (Steve Carell) as he faces off against new rival Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) while also dealing with the arrival of the baby Gru Jr. Reviews for Despicable Me 4 were mixed from critics, but the film, which also features voice acting from Kristen Wiig, Sofía Vergara, and Joey King, was a box office success, grossing over $953 million worldwide.

Screen Rant presents an exclusive behind-the-scenes clip of Despicable Me 4, which sees the cast and crew share their love for Mega Minions.

Since the release of Despicable Me, Gru's (Steve Carell) cute yet mischievous 'Minions' (voiced by Pierre Coffin) have become a household staple worldwide. Due to the popularity of the characters, it wasn't long until the Minions got their own movie titled Minions in 2015, introducing three fan-favorites; Kevin, Stuart and Bob. Each has different personality traits, making them adored by viewers, from Kevin's serious, protective nature, to Stuart's laid back, cool demeanor, and Bob's cute, innocent naivety. The excessive popularity surrounding the characters paints the question of their whereabouts in the latest installment of the franchise, Despicable Me 4.

Despicable Me 4follows Gru and his family, including his new son Gru Jr., after they are forced to leave the home they know and love when his nemesis Maxime Le Mal and Maxime's girlfriend Valentina come after him. When Poppy, the neighbor girl, recognizes him, she instantly blackmails him to help her become a villain and pull a heist. Meanwhile, some of the minions become Mega Minions while staying at the Anti-Villian League.

Despicable Me 4's VOD release date has now been revealed. Directed by Chris Renaud, the latest installment in the Despicable Me franchise sees Steve Carell return to the role of Gru once more, this time working with his family – including the mischievious Gru Jr. – to take on the villainous Maxime Le Mal (Will Ferrell) and his girlfriend, Valentina (Sofía Vergara). The Despicable Me 4 reviews may have been somewhat mixed, but the film has been a major box office hit.