Minions The Rise of Gru Available Now #Partner

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 The biggest global animated franchise in history adds an all-new laugh-out-loud gru-vy movie in Illumination’s MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU, available to own NOW with over 60 minutes of despicably entertaining bonus features on Digital, in 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment!

This is the prequel we've all been clamoring for, and includes the backstory of Gru and the loveable, kooky Minions! 

Now with even more frolic and fun from the world’s most irresistible Minions, fans get a chance to learn the comedy-filled origin story of how Gru and the Minions became the world’s most villainous team! Jam-packed with exclusive bonus content, this Collector’s Edition includes two all-new mini movies, hilarious outtakes, a how-to draw (& animate) lesson with co-director Brad Ableson and tons of activities the whole family can enjoy.

 
Long before he becomes the master of evil, Gru is just a 12-year-old boy in 1970s suburbia, plotting to take over the world from his basement. When the infamous supervillain group, the Vicious 6, ousts their leader, Gru attempts to join their ranks but soon finds himself the mortal enemy of the apex of evil. With Gru on the run, the Minions attempt to learn martial arts to help save him, and Gru discovers that even bad guys need a little help from their friends. Packed with the franchise’s signature subversive humor, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU features more thrilling action than any Despicable Me film ever before!

 
The film is written and directed by Kyle Balda (Minions, Despicable Me 3, The Lorax), co-directed by Brad Ableson (“Minions Holiday Special”) and Jonathan del Val (the Secret Life of Pets 2), and co-written by Matthew Fogel (The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part) and Brian Lynch (Minions, The Secret Life of Pets), starring Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji P. Henson, Lucy Lawless, Dolph Lundgren, Danny Trejo, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Julie Andrews, and Alan Arkin. The original score was created by Heitor Pereira.

​Check out the trailer below:

OUR THOUGHTS: 

We really enjoyed this journey back in time to see how Gru and the Minions came together to form the team we have all known and loved for many years now. The much younger Gru was a hoot to see, and the Minions have all the charm and silly antics we have come to expect from these little, yellow dudes. 

Watch as Gru takes on an important quest and learns how to hold his own when he's rejected by the "cool Villains on the block." I won't say what happens, but there are some fun plot twists and giggles involved as Gru and the Minions work together to prove their worthiness to the Vicious Six. 

The movie was fast paced, entertaining, and great for the whole family. There wasn't anything offensive or over the top, so this movie is just fine even for younger kids. 

If you love the Minions, and who doesn't, definitely check out this awesome movie! It will give a whole new appreciation for this franchise as it tells the long awaited origin story. 

FILMMAKERS
Cast: Steve Carell, Pierre Coffin, Taraji P. Henson, Lucy Lawless, Dolph Lundgren, Danny Trejo, Jean-Claude Van Damme, with Julie Andrews, and Alan Arkin
Original Score By: Heitor Pereira
Co-Directed By: Brad Ableson, Jonathan del Val
Story By: Brian Lynch and Matthew Fogel
Screenplay By: Matthew Fogel
Produced By: Chris Meledandri p.g.a, Janet Healy p.g.a, Chris Renaud p.g.a
Directed By: Kyle Balda
 
TECHNICAL INFORMATION DVD:
Street Date: September 6, 2022
Selection Number: 1961209978 (US) / 1961212565 (CDN)
Layers: DVD 9
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 16:9 2.39:1
Rating: PG for some action/violence and rude humor
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian and Latin American Spanish
Sound: English (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Feature, Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Digital 2.0 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Feature) French European (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1)
Run Time: 01:27:17
 
TECHNICAL INFORMATION BLU-RAY™:
Street Date: September 6, 2022
Selection Number: 1961209979 (US) / 1961212568 (CDN)
Layers: BD 50
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 16:9 2.39:1
Rating: PG for some action/violence and rude humor
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian and Latin American Spanish
Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 and Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Feature), French European (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature, Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content)
Run Time: 01:27:17
 
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 4K UHD:
Street Date: September 6, 2022
Selection Number: 1961209980 (US) / 1961212570 (CDN)
Layers: BD 100
Aspect Ratio: Anamorphic Widescreen 16:9 2.39:1
Rating: PG for some action/violence and rude humor
Languages/Subtitles: English, French Canadian and Latin American Spanish
Sound: English (Dolby Atmos for Feature, Dolby Digital 2.0 and Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content), French Canadian (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Feature), French European (Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content), Latin American Spanish (Dolby Digital Plus 7.1 for Feature, Dolby Digital 5.1 for Bonus Content)
Run Time: 01:27:17
 
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