
The Despicable Me franchise has taken over Netflix, captivating audiences as they eagerly await the release of Despicable Me 4. First introduced in 2010, Despicable Me follows the journey of the supervillain-turned-doting father figure, Gru, whose heart softens when he takes in three young girls. Since its inception, the Despicable Me franchise has gained incredible popularity, and the anticipation for Despicable Me 4, set to be released on July 5, continues to grow.
In a remarkable feat, several films from the Despicable Me franchise have made their way onto Netflix's global top 10 list. During the week of February 5 to February 11, Despicable Me 3 dominated the charts, claiming the number one spot with a staggering 15.9 million views. Joining the chart-topping film were its predecessors - Minions at number four with 9.6 million views, Despicable Me 2 at number five with 9.1 million views, and Despicable Me at number six with 7.3 million views.