As summer hits its peak, the holiday crowd is flexing its power at the box office. According to the latest Box Office data, the animated film Minions and Monsters made a spectacular debut in Vietnam, quickly climbing to the number one spot in revenue. Early screenings as of 2 a.m. on June 28 brought in 2.5 billion VND out of a total 15.6 billion VND on its first day in theaters. Minions and Monsters also pulled far ahead of 29 other films on the chart, proving the massive appeal of this beloved animation franchise.
The new Minions and Monsters film follows the mischievous yellow crew’s chaotic adventure in the heart of the film industry. The story takes viewers back to 1920s Hollywood, where two ambitious new Minions, James and Henry, get fired from their early cinema jobs. Refusing to give up, they decide to make their own monster movie.
During filming, they steal a spellbook from an ancient tribe and accidentally summon real monsters through dark magic. Among them is Goomi, a green Cthulhu-like demon with world domination plans, who calls forth a host of bizarre creatures to take over and destroy Hollywood. Faced with the disaster they unleashed, James, Henry, and the Minions must band together to clean up the chaos and save the planet.
The Minions continue to shine with their signature slapstick humor and clumsy antics. This installment also shows growth in how it sets up comedic moments. From thrilling chases with cowboys and stopping runaway trains to the antics of the mischievous green demon Goomi, everything moves at a fast pace with vibrant colors. The film also sneaks in clever jabs at the film industry’s greedy studio bosses, giving adults plenty to laugh about alongside the kids.
Beyond laughs, Minions and Monsters delivers heartfelt messages. It celebrates the courage to break away from the crowd rather than blindly following a villain. James and Henry step out on their own to find purpose and independence. The film also highlights the value of friendship and sharing, shown through the bond between the new Minions amid the harsh Hollywood setting.
After the film’s release, social media quickly filled with posts sharing viewers’ experiences. Most praised the film’s trademark entertainment value, saying it’s a laugh-out-loud ride worth every minute and every penny of the 90-minute theater visit.
With such a strong start, Minions and Monsters is shaping up to be one of Vietnam’s biggest animated hits this year. The film officially opens nationwide on July 1, 2026, following special early screenings from June 27 to 28.