Pierre Coffin on Minions & Monsters
Originally published Jun 20, 2026
By Elskes · Variety
AI-generated summary based on Variety · Aggregated by Filmarian · Human-reviewed and approved on Jun 20, 2026
Key points
- Pierre Coffin returns to the Minions in 'Minions & Monsters' after nearly two decades in the 'Despicable Me' universe.
- Coffin voices the Minions and discusses the exhausting yet rewarding process of bringing the characters to life.
- The film features irreverent comedy that differentiates it from other animated films in the genre.
- 'Minions & Monsters' is designed as a tribute to Hollywood, showcasing Coffin's creative vision.
- The 'Despicable Me' franchise has earned over $5.5 billion globally, making it the highest-grossing animated series.
Pierre Coffin, co-director of the 'Despicable Me' franchise, discusses his return to the Minions in 'Minions & Monsters.' He reflects on his emotional connection to the characters and the challenges of voicing the yellow creatures. Coffin also highlights the film's irreverent humor, which he says sets it apart from other animated films. The movie serves as a tribute to Hollywood and marks a new chapter in the franchise's evolution. With over $5.5 billion in global box office revenue, the 'Despicable Me' series remains one of the most successful animated film franchises in history.
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