Minions

The New McDonald’s Happy Meal Toy Has a Dirty Mouth

Parents are outraged about the new Minions-themed Happy Meal toys at McDonalds. How could anyone be upset by those cute little guys from the new Despicable Me movie? Well, one of them appears to say “What the fuck?!” repeatedly. After reading reports of complaints about the toy, we tracked down a YouTube video of the…

Tech News Adam Clark Estes Jul 8

Watch an Adorable Edible Minion Eat a Firecracker at 25,000 FPS

Nothing screams patriotism like blowing shit up with firecrackers, amirite? And with the new Minion movie almost upon us, it seems only appropriate that this 4th of July, we see what happens when you strap an explosive to one of these adorable little dude’s backs. Of course, antics like this are always much more fun…

Tech News Maddie Stone Jul 4

Summer Movie Preview: 28 Movies To Geek Out On!

The biggest movie explosion of the year is almost upon us. This year’s summer movies include superheroes, post-apocalyptic warriors, dinosaur bikers, and some strange and wonderful fantasies. Here are 28 movies to watch out for this summer. Top image: Terminator Genisys. Note: This list includes science fiction, fantasy, horror and a few other things that…

Movies Charlie Jane Anders Apr 23

Pantone’s Newest (And Best) Color: Minion Yellow

It’s been three years since Pantone, self-declared arbiter of visible light, has declared a new color. But after 36 months of hard toil, the research team has emerged from the lab with the latest addition: Pantone Minion Yellow. Pantone is a household name among designers and artists thanks to its Color Matching System, a way…

Tech News Chris Mills Apr 19

Another Independence Day Star Is Coming Back For The Sequel

Have Marvel and Sony found their new Spider-Man? Could an Avenger fall in Age of Ultron? Neill Blomkamp talks about his Alien movie. The next Star Wars may begin with a crash landing. Plus, what’s next on Game of Thrones, The Walking Dead, and more. Rejoice, for there are spoilers! Top image: The Walking Dead.…

io9 James Whitbrook Mar 24

Huge Game Of Thrones Rumor Debunked, But What About That Avengers Rumor?

A long-running Game of Thrones rumor is seemingly quashed for good. Plus, we may already know who’s playing Star Trek 3’s villain. John Wesley Shipp talks about the difference between the Flash shows old and new. And a classic Star Wars villain is coming to Rebels. Hi-yo, Spoilers, away! Top image: Agents of SHIELD. Avengers:…

Television James Whitbrook Feb 4

Comic Con Gets a Villainous Makeover in The Minions Trailer

While the first Minions trailer delved into the centuries-long hunt by the adorable yellow creatures for a purpose, this new one gives a better look at the story of the Despicable Me prequel. It involves the Minions visiting the Villain-Con and going home with world-famous evil person Scarlet Overkill (Sandra Bullock). Although the film takes…

io9 Katharine Trendacosta Feb 4

Could The Joker Really Appear On Gotham This Season!?

Check out new Avengers: Age of Ultron pics. Another geek icon joins AKA Jessica Jones. Freddie Prinze Jr. talks about Star Wars: Rebels’ second season. Plus glimpses of Inside Out, Seventh Son, Minions and Person of Interest, and what’s next for Sleepy Hollow, Once Upon a Time and Defiance. Behold, Spoilers! Top image: Gotham. Avengers:…

Television James Whitbrook Feb 3

2014 Had The Lowest Movie Ticket Sales Since 1995

Final data isn’t in, but it looks as though overall U.S. box office was down in 2014 from 2013 — although the major studios still made over $10 billion domestically. Most significantly, the number of tickets sold dropped 6 percent, to the lowest amount since 1995. Top image: Raymond Shobe/Flickr. The good news? There’s no…

io9 Charlie Jane Anders Dec 30

See Adorable, Bumbling Attempts to Make History in the Minions Trailer

If you wondered where Despicable Me’s minions came from, what their motivations are, or their history, then this trailer has all your answers. Extra points for the whole thing being presented like a nature documentary, by the way. We would totally watch that.

io9 Katharine Trendacosta Nov 3

What Needs to Happen For Us To Get Hellboy 3? Or Another Hulk Movie?

The stars of both franchises are working at it. Jared Leto could step into Will Smith’s shoes. Everyone’s favorite character will return for Heroes Reborn. Gotham promises go deep into the comics with its references. Plus a ton of Transformers: Age of Extinction information. Spoilers now! Top image: The Flash Incredible Hulk 2 While another…

Television Katharine Trendacosta Jun 18

Tons of News From Avengers 2, Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Wars!

Rumors add not one, but two women to Star Wars Episode VII’s cast. There are posters for Arnold Schwarzenegger’s King Conan and the Despicable Me spinoff about the Minons. Doctor Who gets another guest star. Arrow promotes someone to series regular. And, most importantly, the Hulk gets stretchy pants. Spoilers now! Top image: Guardians of…

io9 Katharine Trendacosta May 19

The New McDonald’s Happy Meal Toy Has a Dirty Mouth

Watch an Adorable Edible Minion Eat a Firecracker at 25,000 FPS

Summer Movie Preview: 28 Movies To Geek Out On!

Pantone’s Newest (And Best) Color: Minion Yellow

Another Independence Day Star Is Coming Back For The Sequel

Huge Game Of Thrones Rumor Debunked, But What About That Avengers Rumor?

Comic Con Gets a Villainous Makeover in The Minions Trailer

Could The Joker Really Appear On Gotham This Season!?

2014 Had The Lowest Movie Ticket Sales Since 1995

See Adorable, Bumbling Attempts to Make History in the Minions Trailer

What Needs to Happen For Us To Get Hellboy 3? Or Another Hulk Movie?

Tons of News From Avengers 2, Guardians of the Galaxy and Star Wars!

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