---
title: "Despicable Me 3"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/despicable-me-3-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 324852
imdb_id: "tt3469046"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 6.5
vote_count: 7685
content_rating: "PG"
---

# Despicable Me 3 (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/despicable-me-3-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Despicable Me 3 follows the continuing adventures of Gru and his family as they face a new threat to global security. The animated comedy sequel centers on Gru and his wife Lucy as they attempt to prevent a villainous scheme from succeeding. Their opponent is Balthazar Bratt, a former child star from the 1980s who has turned to a life of crime. Bratt seeks to achieve world domination through his nefarious plans. The film continues the story of Gru's transition from supervillain to family man while maintaining his connections to the criminal underworld. As Gru and Lucy work together to stop Bratt's ambitions, they must utilize their skills and resources to protect the world from his dangerous schemes. The movie explores themes of family loyalty, redemption, and the consequences of past actions as the protagonists confront this new challenge to global peace and security.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Gru and Lucy team up to stop a former child star from taking over the world."

### Why Watch
- features voice performances by Steve Carell and Kristen Wiig
- part of an established animation franchise

### Caveats & Content Note
- relies on familiar franchise tropes
- Tone & Suitability: This is an animated comedy film produced by Illumination.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, comedic, lighthearted, family-friendly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Netflix, fuboTV, Netflix Standard with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Sky Go, Now TV Cinema | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Club Illico, Crave Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| **Australia (AU)** | BINGE, Foxtel Now | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kyle Balda, Pierre Coffin
- **Networks / Studios**: Illumination, Universal Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Steve Carell** as *Gru / Dru (voice)*
- **Kristen Wiig** as *Lucy Wilde (voice)*
- **Trey Parker** as *Balthazar Bratt (voice)*
- **Miranda Cosgrove** as *Margo (voice)*
- **Dana Gaier** as *Edith (voice)*
- **Nhev Scharrel** as *Agnes (voice)*
- **Pierre Coffin** as *Mel / Minions / Museum Director / Additional Voice (voice)*
- **Steve Coogan** as *Fritz / Silas Ramsbottom (voice)*
- **Julie Andrews** as *Gru’s Mom (voice)*
- **Jenny Slate** as *Valerie Da Vinci (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed the film?
The film was directed by Pierre Coffin and Kyle Balda.

### Q: Who wrote the screenplay?
Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio wrote the film.

### Q: Is this part of a series?
Yes, it is the third main installment in the Despicable Me franchise.

### Q: Who voices the main characters?
The film stars Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig, and Trey Parker.

### Q: When was the film released?
The film was released in 2017.

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