Despicable Me 2 — Characters & Cast

To protect his daughters, maintain an honest livelihood, and safeguard the peaceful life he has built.

Gru transitions from an insecure former villain wary of the outside world into a confident father, agent, and romantic partner willing to risk heartbreak to rescue the woman he loves.

To excel as an Anti-Villain League agent while discovering authentic emotional companionship.

Initially eager to prove herself on her first field assignment, Lucy discovers deep affection for Gru and his daughters, embracing both covert operations and maternal warmth.

To conquer the world using an invincible mutant army and reclaim his status as the most formidable villain alive.

Maintains a charismatic facade as a gregarious restaurateur while secretly plotting world domination through mutagenic army building, remaining stubbornly tethered to evil.

To explore teenage independence and discover social romance outside the confines of the home.

Begins stepping away from her role as purely a watchful sibling to experience the highs and heartbreaks of adolescent romantic interest.

To practice evil science without compromise, until familial love overrides his darker instincts.

Leaves Gru's employ out of nostalgia for pure villainy, only to realize that loyalty to his surrogate family outweighs malevolent ambitions.