Which streaming platform will Despicable Me 4 premiere on? Streaming release window, digital release date, and more

Despicable Me 4, which had its theatrical release on July 3, is now coming to digital platforms. Gru and his minions continue their adventures in this fourth main installment. Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Google Play will offer this film to movie buffs and minion fans who missed the theatrical release or want to rewatch it, starting from August 6.

Despicable Me 4 follows Gru, his family, and the mischievous minions through hilarious and heartwarming adventures. In this installment, Gru struggles to balance his fatherhood and supervillain role while going on a new adventure full of surprises, humor, and excitement.

The official synopsis of the movie, as per Rotten Tomatoes, reads:

"In the first Despicable Me movie in seven years, Gru, the world's favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination's Despicable Me 4."

It continues:

"Following the 2022 summer blockbuster phenomenon of Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru, which earned almost $1 billion worldwide, the biggest global animated franchise in history now begins a new chapter as Gru and Lucy and their girls--Margo, Edith and Agnes--welcome a new member to the Gru family, Gru Jr., who is intent on tormenting his dad. Gru faces a new nemesis in Maxime Le Mal and his femme fatale girlfriend Valentina, and the family is forced to go on the run."

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Where will Despicable Me 4 premiere?

The digital release of the film has been eagerly awaited by fans who prefer watching movies at home, and now it's going to be over. Despicable Me 4 will be digitally available to buy and rent on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Vudu, and other services, starting August 6.

On Amazon Prime, the cost of a digital copy of the film is $29.99, though the price may vary depending on the platform.

As stated by The Direct, the film will stream exclusively on Peacock for four months after the digital purchase window closes. NBC Universal is using this exclusive period to boost its streaming platform. NBC Universal and Netflix have agreed to take the film to Netflix for 10 months after this initial streaming phase. Finally, Despicable Me 4 will return to Peacock after Netflix.

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Cast and characters

This fourth movie of the franchise features all the beloved characters from the previous films. Gru struggles to reconcile fatherhood and villainy. Minions add humor and charm to the film with their odd antics and loyalty. This thrilling, funny, and touching tale will delight audiences of all ages.

This animated film showcases the talent of the Despicable Me 4 cast and crew. Once again, Steve Carell voices Gru with his trademark wit and warmth. Kristen Wiig, Pierre Coffin, and Miranda Cosgrove voice the film. Illumination's talented animators and directors have made another visually stunning and entertaining flick that stays true to the franchise.

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On August 6, the recent Despicable Me film will be available on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV+, and Google Play. After the digital release, it is speculated that Peacock will stream the film exclusively for four months before it moves to Netflix for 10 months.

This strategic release schedule allows fans multiple home viewings of the film. Despicable Me 4's engrossing plot, beloved characters, and top-notch animation will delight all ages, along with an end-credits scene.