(This synopsis comes from the imdb.com page for Minions, and was written by Universal Pictures.)

The story of Universal Pictures and Illumination Entertainment's Minions begins at the dawn of time.  Starting as single-celled yellow organisms, Minions evolve through the ages, perpetually serving the most despicable of masters.  Continuously unsuccessful at keeping these masters-from T. rex to Napoleon-the Minions find themselves without someone to serve and fall into a deep depression.  But one Minion named Kevin has a plan, and he-alongside teenage rebel Stuart and lovable little Bob-ventures out into the world to find a new evil boss for his brethren to follow.  The trio embarks upon a thrilling journey that ultimately leads them to their next potential master, Scarlet Overkill (Academy Award® winner Sandra Bullock), the world's first-ever female super-villain.  They travel from frigid Antarctica to 1960s New York City, ending in mod London, where they must face their biggest challenge to date: saving all of Minionkind...from annihilation.  Featuring a soundtrack of hit music from the '60s that still permeates our culture today, Minions is produced by Illumination's Chris Meledandri and Janet Healy, and is directed by Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda.  Brian Lynch has written the screenplay for the 3D-CG comedy adventure, and Chris Renaud serves as executive producer of the film.
 

 

 

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Voice Cast:

Scarlett Overkill.................................................Sandra Bullock

Herb Overkill.....................................................Jon Hamm

Walter Nelson...................................................Michael Keaton

Madge Nelson...................................................Allison Janney

Professor Flux/Tower Guard.............................Steve Coogan

The Queen........................................................Jennifer Saunders

Narrator...........................................................Geoffrey Rush

Young Gru.........................................................Steve Carell

The Minions......................................................Pierre Coffin

Tina...................................................................Katy Mixon

VNC Announcer/Walter Jr................................Michael Beattie

Sumo Villain......................................................Hiroyuki Sanada

Fabrice.............................................................Dave Rosenbaum

Royal Advisor..................................................Alex Dowding

News Reporter................................................Paul Thornley

Doorman (uncredited)....................................Patrick Bradford

SheBot (uncredited).......................................Peter Serafinowicz