Despicable Me

2010 Chris Renaud 1h 35m ★ 7.3
Family Comedy Animation Science Fiction Action
Despicable Me

Gru is a supervillain determined to prove he’s the greatest by stealing the Moon. To pull off his plan, he adopts three orphaned girls—Margo, Edith, and Agnes—intending to use them as part of his scheme. However, as Gru bonds with the girls, his cold, villainous exterior begins to melt.

Cast

Steve Carell Steve Carell Gru (voice)
Jason Segel Jason Segel Vector (voice)
Miranda Cosgrove Miranda Cosgrove Margo (voice)
Dana Gaier Dana Gaier Edith (voice)
Elsie Fisher Elsie Fisher Agnes (voice)
Russell Brand Russell Brand Dr. Nefario (voice)
Julie Andrews Julie Andrews Gru's Mother (voice)
Will Arnett Will Arnett Mr. Perkins (voice)

Vibes

Chill Emotional Darkly Funny Visually Stunning Crowd Pleaser

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