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EPISODE · Jun 18, 2026 · 31 MIN

Despicable Me 2 Revisited | Does This Animated Classic Age Well? | Ep. 102

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Gru trades moon theft for minions, and Lucy joins the party — but does this family-friendly animated sequel still deliver 13 years later? Isaac and Seth revisit Despicable Me 2 to explore what made it a parenting staple: the surprisingly heartfelt character growth, Kristen Wiig's perfect comic timing, and why this feel-good film remains a go-to for multigenerational movie nights.Plus — fun facts that will blow your mind (Al Pacino recorded the entire role of El Macho then walked away due to creative differences), Seth's trivia question ranking Illumination's highest grossing films, the Kid Test with Isaac's four kids, and the big rating.Spoiler: yes — they talk about how Pharrell wrote "Happy" specifically for this movie, and why that soundtrack is criminally underrated.If you loved the first Despicable Me, this episode is for you.Find us on YouTube, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, and TikTok. Sign up for our newsletter at : moviesatgrandmashouse.beehiv.com/subscribe for a chance to win a FREE movie poster from movieposters.com — use code GRANDMASHOUSE for up to 15% off!

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