Minions & Monsters, the third installment in the franchise, hits digital Aug 11 and 4K UHD, Blu-ray, DVD Sept 8, with bonus features and star-studded cast.
- August 27, 2026
AceShowbiz - Minions & Monsters arrived on digital platforms on August 11 and comes to 4K UHD, Blu-ray and DVD on September 8 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The film, which has earned an A- CinemaScore and been hailed as "the best of the franchise" by The Wrap, is the third installment in the global blockbuster Minions franchise.
The movie follows James, Henry, Ed, and the Minions as they take on Hollywood, a story that sees them conquer the movie industry, lose everything, unleash monsters, and band together to save the planet. Certified Fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, the film is part of Illumination's expansion of its joyful Minions universe, which has become the biggest global animated franchise in history.
The voice cast is led by seven-time Emmy Award winner Allison Janney, who returns alongside two-time Academy Award winner Christoph Waltz, Academy Award nominee Jesse Eisenberg, Academy Award winner Jeff Bridges, Zoey Deutch, Children's & Family Emmy Award nominee Bobby Moynihan, and Phil LaMarr. The Minions are brought to life once again by Academy Award nominee Pierre Coffin, who co-directs with Patrick Delage.
The film is produced by Illumination CEO and founder Chris Meledandri and Bill Ryan, with a screenplay by Coffin and Brian Lynch. Chris Renaud serves as executive producer alongside Lynch, and the score is composed by John Powell.
Fans who bring home the film will enjoy over 45 minutes of exclusive bonus content, including a behind-the-scenes look at the Minions and monsters from sketch to screen. The bonus features include "Minions Take on Hollywood," which explores the film's early Hollywood setting, and "Casting Minions & Monsters," which delves into the voice performances. "Hollywood Sound" steps into the studio with composer John Powell, while "How to Make Your Own Irene Blob Monster Slime" offers a fun DIY activity. "Movie-Making Minions Style" teaches viewers how to create their own Minions-inspired monster movie, and "How to Draw" provides step-by-step drawing tutorials for characters like James, Henry, Ed, Max, Dort, Goomi, Irene, Howard, and Phillips.
The digital release offers exclusive early access on digital retail platforms, months before the film becomes available on subscription streaming services. The official trailer has been released, showcasing the mayhem and mischief that awaits.
