Which animation studio produced the 2010 film Despicable Me?

Illumination produced the 2010 animated film Despicable Me.

The film was Illumination’s first feature production and established the studio’s recurring creative partnership with Universal Pictures. Chris Meledandri founded the company after leaving 20th Century Fox Animation, and Despicable Me became its breakout success.

The studio was originally known as Illumination Entertainment. Its later productions include The Lorax, Despicable Me 2, Minions, Sing, and The Secret Life of Pets. Universal handled distribution, which is why viewers sometimes confuse the distributor with the animation studio.

Despicable Me introduced Gru, the three adopted sisters Margo, Edith, and Agnes, and the Minions. Its commercial success led to sequels, spin-offs, short films, merchandise, and theme-park attractions. Illumination remains the production company most closely associated with the franchise.