: Steve Carell remains perfect as young Gru, but the supporting cast is the real treat. Michelle Yeoh brings great energy as Master Chow, and the legendary Alan Arkin provides a surprisingly grounded foil for Gru as Wild Knuckles.

(2022) is a vibrant, retro-fueled blast of nostalgia that successfully bridges the gap between the chaotic slapstick of the Minions and the heart of the Despicable Me franchise.

This is easily the best of the Minion-centric films. It’s colorful, harmlessly silly, and packs enough "inner child" energy to be a genuine crowd-pleaser. It’s the cinematic equivalent of a sugar rush: fast, sweet, and leaves you with a smile.

: At a lean 87 minutes, the movie never overstays its welcome. It moves at a breakneck speed that keeps kids engaged while peppering in enough groan-worthy puns and physical comedy for adults. What to Expect