Illumination

Illumination is an American animation studio founded in 2007 by Chris Meledandri. It operates as a division of Universal Pictures and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, with an additional studio in Paris, France. The studio is known for its successful animated franchises, including *Despicable Me*, *The Secret Life of Pets*, *Sing*, and adaptations of Dr. Seuss books like *The Lorax* and *The Grinch*. Its films have grossed over $9 billion worldwide, with notable releases such as *The Super Mario Bros. Movie*. Illumination produces feature-length animated films, with a portfolio of 15 films averaging $711 million in gross revenue each. Upcoming projects include *Despicable Me 4* and *Minions 3*. The studio also extends its brand through related entertainment products, such as the mobile game *Despicable Me: Minion Rush*, and theme park attractions like *Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem* at Universal Studios parks globally. Illumination targets a wide audience, particularly families and children, through its memorable characters and engaging storytelling.