Illumination/Universal’s latest film. Minions & Monsters (2026), has already grossed $62.6 million at the global box office after just two days of release in the U.S. and additional territories, according to Deadline. The film is the third in the franchise and takes a comedic, cinematic approach by setting its story in the Golden Age of Hollywood; this new chapter diverges from the main Despicable Me storyline, focusing instead on a different tribe of Minions and their chaotic adventures with Hollywood monsters.

Global Box Office Success And Hollywood Homage

In North America, the film opened with $10.8 million on Wednesday and $14.23 million on Thursday, earning an A- CinemaScore. The total domestic box office is now $25 million. According to Deadline, it ranks third among animated films opening on a Wednesday in July, behind Despicable Me 2 ($35M) and Despicable Me 4 ($27.2M). The overseas box office through Thursday was $37.6 million, with the film performing well in Germany, Italy, the UK, Brazil, Spain, and Mexico. It was the number one film in Germany, Spain, Poland, and the Netherlands.

Bill And Tom Kaulitz Bring New Voices To The Franchise

The film also features new voices, including those of German pop duo Bill and Tom Kaulitz. This marks their first time voicing together in a film. According to SWR3, Bill provided the German voice for the green monster Goomi, while Tom voiced the robot Dort, the intergalactic helper of the Minions. Bill admitted in an interview that the process was “schmerzhaft,” but both brothers were proud of their work and said it was a unique and enjoyable experience.

Post-Credits Scenes And Future Directions

According to LOS40, the film includes several post-credits scenes that offer surprises for fans. These scenes feature the Minions and familiar characters from the franchise, providing a fun and unexpected bonus for audiences. The film also sets up a new direction for the series, moving away from the main characters like Gru and exploring new possibilities for the Minions in a standalone adventure.

The storyline involves the Minions traveling to Hollywood, where they encounter monsters and other cinematic legends in a chaotic but humorous way. As one of the most creative entries in the franchise, the film blends comedy with Hollywood homage, offering a fresh take on the characters while maintaining the franchise’s signature humor and charm.