Minions: The Rise of Gru (2022)
Kernel Score: 82% · 3,947 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Family, Comedy, Adventure, Animation, Science Fiction, Fantasy
Released: 2022-06-29
Runtime: 87 minutes
Is Minions: The Rise of Gru worth watching?
Worth watching. Young Gru tries to join a gang of supervillains, with the Minions in tow. It's short, bright and silly, and it's a decent fit for kids even if parents find it light.
Watch it if you
- have young kids who love Minions
- like quick, silly animated comedies
- want something short and easy
Skip it if you
- want depth or emotional stakes
- already feel Minions fatigue
Best for: Kids' movie afternoon
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Minions: The Rise of Gru
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
A fanboy of a supervillain supergroup known as the Vicious 6, Gru hatches a plan to become evil enough to join them, with the backup of his followers, the Minions.
Minions: The Rise of Gru parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Minions: The Rise of Gru is a PG animated comedy with cartoonish supervillain action and slapstick.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Cartoonish supervillain action and slapstick fighting, rated PG.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Minions: The Rise of Gru
If you liked Minions: The Rise of Gru, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Megamind (2010) — 77%: Villain-led animated comedy with a fun twist
- The Incredibles (2004) — 85%: Smarter, more stylish family animated adventure
- DC League of Super-Pets (2022) — 80%: Fast animated superhero comedy full of gags
- Puss in Boots: The Last Wish (2022) — 89%: Sharp, funny animated adventure with real heart
- The Croods: A New Age (2020) — 85%: Bright animated comedy about a lively family
- Despicable Me 4 (2024) — 78%: Another Despicable Me chapter with the family
Director
Kyle Balda
Cast
- Steve Carell as Gru (voice)
- Pierre Coffin as Kevin / Stuart / Bob / Minions (voice)
- Alan Arkin as Wild Knuckles (voice)
- Taraji P. Henson as Belle Bottom (voice)
- Julie Andrews as Gru's Mom (voice)
- Jean-Claude Van Damme as Jean Clawed (voice)
- Lucy Lawless as Nun-Chuck (voice)
- Michelle Yeoh as Master Chow (voice)
- Dolph Lundgren as Svengeance (voice)
- Danny Trejo as Stronghold (voice)
Minions: The Rise of Gru FAQ
Is Minions: The Rise of Gru worth watching?
Worth watching. Young Gru tries to join a gang of supervillains, with the Minions in tow. It's short, bright and silly, and it's a decent fit for kids even if parents find it light.
Where can I watch Minions: The Rise of Gru?
In the US you can stream Minions: The Rise of Gru on Netflix and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Minions: The Rise of Gru OK for kids?
Minions: The Rise of Gru is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Minions: The Rise of Gru is a PG animated comedy with cartoonish supervillain action and slapstick.
What movies are like Minions: The Rise of Gru?
If you liked Minions: The Rise of Gru, try Megamind, The Incredibles, DC League of Super-Pets and Puss in Boots: The Last Wish.