Minions & Monsters tops July 4 box office despite franchise‑lowest domestic opening

Universal’s animated film Minions & Monsters opened on July 1, 2026 and was released for digital rental on August 4, 2026, with Blu‑ray and DVD arriving September 8, 2026. The movie earned about $36.4 million over the three‑day Independence Day weekend and $61 million in the five‑day frame, enough to claim the top spot at the domestic box office, but those figures represent the lowest opening for any Minions title.

Critical reception was strong, with roughly 90 % on Rotten Tomatoes, and the film performed well internationally, keeping the franchise’s global appeal. Analysts attribute the modest domestic numbers to franchise fatigue, competition from Toy Story 5, and the holiday’s outdoor activities limiting theater attendance.