'I Got Such a Fast Yes' — Star Wars Creator George Lucas Confirmed for a Surprising Voice Role in Illumination’s Next Major Minions Sequel
George Lucas recorded lines for the animated film after Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri said the studio got a fast yes from the Star Wars creator.
- On Friday, Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri announced that Star Wars creator George will voice a role in the upcoming animated film Minions and Monsters.
- Meledandri met George two years ago and discovered his deep appreciation for Illumination movies, specifically Despicable and the Minions, earning profound studio respect.
- Lucas recorded his lines in Paris, marking his first acting role since his uncredited cameo as Baron Papanoida in Episode III Revenge of the Sith, sharing the screen with a fictionalized Orson Welles.
- Meledandri pitched the idea to Pierre, Brian Lynch, and Bill Ryan, who agreed immediately to pursue the Star Wars creator for Minions and Monsters, premiering July 1, 2026.
- The Star Wars creator is already discussing potential roles for future Minions entries with Meledandri, stating, "And he's already talking to me about the role he wants to do next in the next Minions movie.
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