Despicable Me

Synopsis

Despicable Me is a charming animated comedy that follows Gru, a supervillain voiced by Steve Carell, whose grand plan for the biggest heist in history is turned upside down when he unexpectedly becomes the caretaker of three lively orphaned girls. As Gru juggles his criminal ambitions with the joys and challenges of parenthood, he discovers that there may be more to life than villainy. Filled with hilarious antics, memorable characters—including the iconic Minions—and heartwarming moments, the film blends humor and emotion to deliver a story about family, redemption, and the unexpected twists life can bring.

Cast

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  Steve Carell

  Gru (voice)

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  Jason Segel

  Vector (voice)

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  Miranda Cosgrove

  Margo (voice)

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  Elsie Fisher

  Agnes (voice)

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  Dana Gaier

  Edith (voice)

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  Russell Brand

  Dr. Nefario (voice)

Reviews

Despicable Me received generally positive reviews from critics and audiences alike. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an 80% approval rating, with the consensus highlighting its witty humor and appealing animation. Critics praised the movie for its clever writing and the charismatic voice performance by Steve Carell as Gru. Metacritic assigned it a score of 72 out of 100, indicating generally favorable reviews. Reviewers appreciated the film's balance of comedy and heart, making it enjoyable for both children and adults. Some reviews on IMDb contributed to its solid rating of 7.6/10, with viewers enjoying the film’s creative story and entertaining characters, though a few noted that it adheres to familiar animated movie tropes. Overall, Despicable Me was praised for its originality within the genre and its ability to engage a broad audience with its humor and heartfelt storyline.