'Gru and his mischievous minions are back at it again in "Despicable Me 4," the latest installment in the beloved animated franchise that opened to a whopping $27 million over Independence Day weekend. The film sees Gru, voiced by Steve Carell, facing off against the villainous Maxime Le Mal, played by Will Ferrell, in a thrilling showdown of epic proportions. With the fan-favorite minions stealing the show, this sure-to-be smash hit is on track to earn a staggering $120 million over the five-day holiday period. The success of "Despicable Me 4" comes as a welcome relief for struggling movie theaters, who have seen a resurgence in attendance thanks to recent hits like "Inside Out 2," "Bad Boys: Ride or Die," and "A Quiet Place: Day One." With impressive earnings and high anticipation for upcoming releases, including the highly-anticipated sequel to "Minions," the franchise continues to dominate the summer box office. Directed by Chris Renaud and featuring a star-studded voice cast, "Despicable Me 4" is a must-watch for fans of all ages.'