REACTING to *Despicable Me* SO ICONIC!! (First Time Watching) Animatir Reacts

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James and animator Nobu are reacting to Despicable Me! This movie is iconic!!! Gru sets out to perform the greatest heist in history and steal the moon! He is faced with the prospect of fatherhood, his nemisis Vector, and so much more! Enjoy this first time watching despicable me!
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[@Colin-bowser]

The orphanage lady mimics Delores umbridge from Harry Potter super well

[@tinahastie]

Oh my gosh, I never even noticed that. You're so right! 😂

[@thepandorica1660]

Her voice actor plays Lucy in the sequels.

[@robertlombardo8437]

She's like Umbridge's squib cousin from the Deep South, who somehow ended up becoming more overtly evil. Umbridge just happened to get paid to abuse children after a career in politics. Miss Hattie made it her sole business to abuse and exploit children day and night.

[@gatokawaii3996]

Fun fact: The minions actually have their own language and it's a mix of many languages according to the creator

[@zina2435]

as a spanish speaker, quite a bit of it is fully intelligible as spanish lol. “para ti” is one example

[@SantiHRod]

There’s even a dictionary.

[@joshuagorski9452]

That explains why they occasionally speak English

[@joshuagorski9452]

@@SantiHRodWait, what!!!???

[@davomartico]

​@@zina2435as someone who has mexican parents,it maybe alittle bit of spanish also where you from

[@DanGamingFan2846]

Such a great film. The first two Despicable Me was a breath of fresh air, absolutely hilarious, fun and fresh, and the film that shot Illumination to the animated studios upper rank. Sure, most of their films after would be mediocre at best, but their first try, is an absolute gem.

[@tinahastie]

Hey Dan! I agree, this movie was just so much fun. The characters were all hilarious! The fact that the pyramids were stolen in the beginning, was so funny! 😂

[@azazello1784]

There was nothing great about it. Boring and childish. Nobody got killed.

[@tinahastie]

@@azazello1784 bro, you okay? Need a cookie?

[@peterlewis2178]

@@azazello1784 Yeah, we need death! Nothing's good without people dying! What a narrow-minded view lol

[@jessicacaleno1998]

​@@tinahastie @azazello 17 just busts in the comments like hes about to let off an AK-47 bruh hold up

[@Orieni]

When I was in Afghanistan, one of my soldiers got a copy of this film from his daughter. We sat down and watched. Then I told my men that as soon as I figured out how to order minions through the supply system, I was replacing all of them.

[@nicolasbaron4506]

While the first Despicable Me is not as good as 2010’s other animated offerings like Toy Story 3, How to Train Your Dragon, and Tangled, it still has a lot of fun and heart, and it was a good first outing for newcomer studio, Illumination. It's no accident that the franchise rose to success immediately after the Shrek franchise ended its run two months prior.

[@CLDJ227]

Don't forget Megamind. Some critics at the time liked this film more than that one 🤔.

[@BlackGirlMarvel]

These films shouldn't be compared to other films. They're so unique unto themselves that they do stand apart. I love this series & these characters. Enjoy the family aspect and the best unusual humor

[@gatokawaii3996]

30:48 Yep, there are actually puppet books. My local library uses them to teach baby's and kids 4 - 8 daily thinks like "how to use kitchen utensils" "ways to effectively use cans" or even "how to properly was your hands, dishes or fruits". Self story There a puppet book that teaches that it's ok to eat what's what's on the fridge on your house 🏠

[@sawanna508]

There is a puppet book version for very young kids of "The very hungry Caterpillar". Two kids I babysitt have a book with a dragon head puppet.

[@avifreedman5365]

Fun fact! Gru’s mom is played by Julie Andrews!

[@SpacialRend7]

Ngl, I didn’t watch Despicable Me until a later time. But then, I got curious and when I finally sat down and watched it, I actually had a good time. I enjoyed the dynamic of Gru and the girls. The moments they share with each other are charming and wholesome. Makes me glad to have checked this film out after putting it off for a while.🙂

[@heavycritic9554]

In this movie, there is a whiteboard with a description of what the Minions are. They're made from genetically modified kernels of corn. You see it in the background at 30:30. This has, however, been retconned in the Minions movie, where they're shown to basically be the first sentient species on Earth. 🙂

[@tommcewan7936]

I *loathed* that retcon. They will always be cute lil' corn kernel guys for me. I choose to interpret the "minions" spinoff movies as non-canon bedtime stories made up by Gru for the girls.

[@audreylwalker]

Oh yes!!! I know people love the minions and they are funny, but Gru and the girls were always the heart of these movies for me. I love their relationship so much! I’m also one of 3 sisters so I relate to their sister dynamic too. Also, I just wanted to say I subscribed in the past few months and I love your channel! Y’all are definitely the most thoughtful, most balanced, and just the best reactors I have seen on KZbin. Thank you for the great insight and discussions on all of your videos! I’m really enjoying it!

[@moonchild_brooding]

this gotta be one of the funniest and heartwarming movies out there! my favorite line is "He's so fluffy, I'm gonna die!" 😂😂😂

[@thepandorica1660]

Fun fact: Both this franchise and Kung Fu Panda are releasing their fourth films next year. It's also been similar gaps since the third movies too (if you don't count Minions 2, that is)

[@nicolasbaron4506]

It's funny that at the time, only Ice Age and Shrek were the only animated franchises to make it to four films. Now we have Toy Story, Hotel Transylvania, Despicable Me, and Kung Fu Panda.

[@Sir_Pentious_Redeemed666]

​@@nicolasbaron4506 yep

[@Aiveq]

Panda was going down with each number, i dont hold any expectations for 4th

[@ilarimakiranta]

@@Aiveq No it wasn't. 2 was as good as 1 if not better and the third one was OK too. I can't wait for the fourth movie!

[@maxwellgrimsley]

The sheer awe and pride on Nobu’s face when he realized that he guessed right and Gru was actually going to steal the moon. I was proud for you too bro 😭🤚💕

[@TheRedPeril]

Brilliantly constructed film. And then the heartwarming scene at the end where he made fun of himself to make them laugh. Terrific!!

[@daredevil272]

I really enjoyed watching “Despicable Me 1” with you guys again as I enjoyed it as a kid🔥. I loved the animation, the music, the weapons, the characters and the voices. One of Steve Carrell’s most iconic characters as I adore his Gru voice👍. Julie Andrews was great as Gru’s mother and brought so much grace to this film. The minions are and always will be amazing😂👏👏. It brought back my childhood memories. I loved how Gru is a spy/villain but then three girls Margo, Edith and Agnes change his life as he gets into parenthood. I’ll be looking forward to your reaction to Despicable Me 2. Loved your reaction/analysis, take care and have a good one❤️

[@kaleyrose47]

The little girl they got to voice Agnes is so adorable! 🥹

[@tayab492]

so happy to see you guys react to this movie! You should do more Illumination movies, they're so fun to watch ✨

[@Otisboy121]

4:02 He may be a “Bad Guy” but he’s not a Bad Person. 35:30 If you guys were blown away with This movie, you should see Ilumination’s newest crown jewel, The Super Mario Bros. Movie!

[@just_some_bigfoot_hacking_you]

Gru unlocked the power also known as: "The Dad"

[@zaden2009]

“What agnes?” “We’re out of milk”

[@WanderingRoe]

It was great watching you all react to this, it's downright hilarious and heartwarming! XD Gru was definitely an unexpected treat. I have a fond memory of seeing it in theaters, people were laughing so hard...Looking forward to the sequel!

[@Sway22]

I would love if you could react to the Tinkerbell movies! I remember loving them as a child and I think the stories in them are rly interesting and deal with important topics. There is many of them, so it could be a fun series!

[@johnny747x]

This movie has always and will always be a classic ❤️

[@ScorpionStrike7]

My Spanish class watched this one day because Gru said El Burro one time 😅

[@8cladgamer210]

I prefer Megamind, but Despicable definitely has its greatness. Vector was so great

[@mevb]

It's not weird to have a leash on a kid if its prone to run off, like when its hyperactive or having mental disability (which probably Justin haves), you gotta keep an eye on the kid so it doesn't get hurt or getting in trouble.

[@gatokawaii3996]

25:47 I actually won a seal 🦭 plush on a Carnival 🎠 game on my first try (it was my first carnival since I use to live in the country side). But I was playing with it and it got stuck on a rooftop 🏠 and it all happened in the same day🥲

[@kaylagaymon4873]

Hilarious movie ever! The minions were too funny, the casts were awesome, so much dark humor, great songs, and crazy actions. Gru's dance was on point 🎵🎵🎵💥💥💥😢😢😢🤣🤣🤣

[@kaydecrosby5148]

Love this series my little brother has autism and likes to repeat the opening scene over and over so i have watched all of the movies a few times ❤ love the reaction

[@mikedignum1868]

Such a fun film, I have a Kevin hanging from my car's rear view mirror. There is a Minion film that gives you their history.

[@kay-jay1581]

1:43 oh there is a short that came with first Despicable Me film. The Minions are just an experiment created from bananas. Also They have their own language called Minionese. Which is mix of languages like Portuguese, Spanish, English, Korean, French and so on.

[@shainewhite2781]

One of the funniest animated action comedy movies ever made!

[@jlmhamedia]

A great way to watch this movie on a Father's Day Week

[@baybesimms14]

My dad always used to hustle tf out of carnival games lol. I've never seen him lose one. One time he even got banned from playing them at that theme park for life bc he won me a few dozen prizes within like an hour😂 idk how he does it, I've only ever won pet goldfish and a rabbit 😅

[@EChacon]

Very excited on your reaction to the _Despicable Me_ and _Minions_ films. Hopefully you guys you find a way to work out the copyright for this reaction and your future reactions to the next _Despicable Me_ and _Minions_ films considering NBCUniversal/Comcast blocked your _Super Mario Bros. Movie_ reaction and has remained blocked since then.

[@firemiracle]

Yea, it sucks that the mario reaction video got blocked. Universal is just way too strict with copyright. Like KZbinr Saberspark had his balto trilogy video blocked again and again, like geez 😳

[@LadyShar]

I'm so excited for this. My favorite animated movie ❤

[@ulricaandrae4381]

Hope you continue the franchise! Great reactions!

[@rhodarodriguez6256]

I hope they do, this is one of the best franchises.

[@filipvadas7602]

The first 2 movies are, to this day, such a fun treat. The other movies are inoffensive enough, but they just don't hold a candle to these two.

[@brad1039]

9:26 I never noticed the detail of Gru's pupil shrinking because he's looking at the light of the laser

[@tracy4290]

Or out of fear.

[@Grst]

They made the Three Little Kittens book for real after the movie. I read it many times to my daughter.

[@be-art-iful1215]

The original Three Little Kittens was first published in 1942. The first puppet one I remember from my childhood late 70s early 80s. 😊

[@angelaroberts3563]

I love your reactions! So fun but you guys always get the deeper meaning behind things.

[@Aloysius_OHare]

I love how you guys were enjoying this movie itself, I could see the pure enjoyment

[@allisongrinnell5107]

I would love to see you guys wear costumes for the last movie in the series and I hope you choose your favorite characters.

[@karstynmcdaniel]

The illumination world is so different than Disney because everyone is made of rubber and no one can die. It's a fun change. Also this movie is almost exactly 13 years old which is pretty wild. It feels more recent to me too

[@melissaangulo7214]

Despicable Me is definitely a good movie especially the minions are hilarious definitely recommend watching Despicable Me 2

[@faktodd]

i love how they keep saying "us" when referring to Gru and his Minions. Like if they were inside the movie.

[@justKOZM]

I actually have that book. I bought it for my son in 2015. I don’t know if they still make it, but it’s super cute.

[@khalidbinwaleed5072]

I won a carnival shooting game once but my dad taught me how to shoot a rifle at a young age as he was in military

[@christineirving4491pluviophile]

From where did the Minions come ? Answers to be found in the Minion Movie. Glad your doing 'Despicable Me 2' it's even better.

[@queenofworry]

I’ve won a carnival game before, but it was literally just throwing darts at some very small balloons. I ended up winning a Pokémon plushie though, so not a bad day lol

[@Jraptorblue8465]

Today is Jurassic Park 30 anniversary

[@TheeCTK01]

I love this mov-[FREEZE RAY!] :P

[@Artayshia19]

I absolutely love your reactions I watch them everyday ❤

[@thedutchjuan]

Just was rewatching some of your videos and just wanted to watch this, I just know saw 2 hours ago. KEEP DOING THESE THINGS, I love these vids man!

[@gurvmlk]

However old this movie is, I'm still perplexed how the least consequential characters in the entire film are the ones who got a spin-off.

[@destinywolfofficial1191]

Haha I finally got around to watching this reaction. These movies definitely aren’t my first choice for a movie to watch but I like them enough to watch them more than once. They’re very unique. Kinda fresh.

[@The1stGiant]

You missed the fact that at the front door as he’s walking in, they show the dog skin rug. It is a blink and you miss it, but the movie is darker than you think simply because of that moment and probably others did. It are meant to playoff a joke and yet.

[@erik-rajalorensohutasoit]

I' like his line Like oh You gotta Be pulling My Leg not Oh you gotta be kidding me it's hilarious, Yeah illumination Entertainment Is Funny Movie 🤣

[@ZS-dr7bi]

Have you guys really never seen it? It's such a wholesome franchise

[@nickthedreamer4434]

Let's be real: Despicable Me was a more surprisingly solid film that was better than it had any right to be. Yeah, it's not How to Train Your Dragon or Toy Story but Illuminations decided that it didn't have to be while still deciding to make something worth while. It was a solid first step for Illuminations and I'm glad they're getting some decent stuff out into the world of animation.

[@entertainmentlife430]

I won a teddy bear at one of those fill up the clown's mouth with water games when i was a kid.

[@henrymanley4116]

Oh I've really been looking forward to seeing you do these films

[@skywalkerjohn8965]

The best thing that come out of this is that one Halloween party vd

[@g67fiftyfive]

I’ve actually won the ring toss one time and it took like an hour before they gave my gift because they clearly haven’t gotten too many winners💀

[@Vlad.Larionov]

It is very interesting to see your joint reaction to the films Batman Unlimited: Animal Instincts and Batman Unlimited: Monster Mayhem. These are cool movies 👍👍👍

[@barnyardchick4equestrian19]

CURSE YOU TINY TOILET

[@OptmiusPrime114]

Speaking of Illumination movies, is there any chance you can reupload your reaction to The Super Mario Bros. Movie?

[@zina2435]

i don’t think i liked any of the other movies in this franchise lol. but despicable me as a stand-alone movie is one of the best kids movies of all time imo. i always forget how good it is 😭

[@amerynbell2572]

I love all Despicable me films because of the minions.

[@Lisa-mu6hk]

Vector crime oh yeah

[@kingofbudokai]

Something this movie never considers (and neither did I the first time I saw it) is that shrinking the moon does not change it's mass, it just makes it more compact. Ergo, it would still WEIGH the same as it did before. Carrying it around should not work in the slightest lol.

[@15blackshirt]

This has two direct sequels and two spinoff films that focus on the Minions

[@Doombl4de]

Fun fact the main menu had mini games you could play as well

[@lamayrita.18]

Another one of my favorite childhood movies

[@emmabruh]

The amount of times I’ve seen this movie since it came out is crazy, but it’s still so funny to me every single time The girls are so cute, and Vector is a literal menace 💀

[@gamebeast4191]

it was confirmed kyle's half pirahna

[@gamebeast4191]

and he's gonna be in despicable me 4

[@tylerquade5385]

I can’t wait for you to watch the 2nd film

[@sundancemckay1744]

Whack-a-mole I'd usually the prize winner or if your strong enough the hammer bell I won a large snake 🐍

[@RockenTravis]

I've seen people win carnival games and then get banned from playing them cuz they could win easily

[@DarleneLesmana]

the minion language is a mix of a few different language and everytime i recognize a word i feel like i tapped into a multiverse

[@coryson]

Vector 2 great reference Because THERE is a part 2

[@sonic18shadow]

Two things: First I don’t know if anyone mentioned this but Gru compared her to a donkey in Spanish. Second I won a huge Chococat plush at a fair in those water gun games. Still have it. Won it in 2015

[@tylerhackner9731]

First one is a childhood favorite of mine

[@staciepoole8161]

Such a great film for Father’s Day! 🤗

[@rachel-dd]

There are 3 Despicable me movies and 1 Minions movie for now. Hope you will watch them all!!

[@biancaysabellecalalang375]

They are the best movie I ever watch and it amazing for you guys to watch it tho.

[@alisonjackson820]

Since you guys just entered illumination films territory I highly recommend you guys do the sing films in the future! There are mixed opinions on this film, but if anything they are a fun time!

[@cbradfor89]

Margo shirt has the lorax on it underneath our jacket

[@dextiemarie]

I do hope you guys get around to the Sing franchise, such fun movies, I personally like the 2nd one more

[@chrislecount4801]

My fan fiction? Minions are Twinkies that has somehow became sentient.

[@nicholasmahoney7820]

Illumination’s first movie, and the only one they put any actual care into that resulted in a good movie.

[@PetersPlaceToBe]

So unique, keep up the great work 🔥

[@nathancruz9172]

It’s been 13 years since, I first saw despicable me as a teenager.

[@colettebezio1913]

Yep, it was 3D. The whole series was on 3D Blu-Ray, too.

[@S0urmf420]

Sing is a great illumination movie! Both the first and second

[@Veerdomain]

Great movie, Gru was always best as a villain

[@azazello1784]

As a villain Gru should have killed the girls after they did what they were supposed to.

[@ayonchandraroy8717]

21:59 Superman reference

[@nadiaamiott180]

I've won a carnival game once, and it was shockingly the bottle ring toss game. I got a giant Clarice stuffed toy from Rudolph the Red Nosed Ran dear out of it.

[@esganitrujillorios6844]

What about Despicable Me 2 2013 ?

[@BTAL1ama]

I know the memes gave these movies a bad rep but they still hit home for me