Join the wild, wacky, and wonderfully yellow world of Minions (2015) — the hilarious prequel that reveals where the Minions came from and how they ended up working for Gru. This slapstick-filled adventure takes us from the dawn of time to 1960s London, as Kevin, Stuart, and Bob set out to find the biggest, baddest boss to serve.
Think you remember every banana-loving moment, explosive gadget, and royal mishap? Take our 10-question trivia challenge and prove you’re fluent in Minionese! Only the most devoted henchman-hopefuls will get a perfect score.
Minions Trivia Questions & Answers
- What is the primary goal of the Minions at the beginning of the film?
Correct Answer: To find a new evil boss to serve
Minions exist to serve the most despicable villain they can find — it’s in their DNA! From dinosaurs to pharaohs to Napoleon, they’ve always searched for someone truly evil to follow. Unfortunately, they keep accidentally destroying their masters, leaving them bossless… until Kevin hatches a plan to fix that.
- Which Minion becomes the main leader of the group on their journey?
Correct Answer: Kevin
Brave and responsible, Kevin takes it upon himself to leave the Minion tribe’s frozen cave and find them a new boss. He brings along the reluctant Stuart and the adorable Bob for a cross-country adventure that’s full of unexpected chaos — and a surprising amount of royalty.
- In what decade does most of the film take place?
Correct Answer: 1960s
The main story is set in the colorful and rebellious 1960s. From lava lamps and mod fashion to The Beatles references and swinging London, the movie dives deep into the era’s groovy style. Villain-Con and the soundtrack are especially drenched in retro flair.
- What is the name of the villain the Minions first attempt to serve in the film’s opening montage?
Correct Answer: Tyrannosaurus Rex
The film begins with a hilarious montage showing the Minions trying (and failing) to serve iconic villains throughout history. One of their earliest bosses is a T. rex — until the Minions accidentally launch him into a volcano. Oops. Sorry, buddy.
- Where do the Minions travel to in order to find a new boss?
Correct Answer: Villain-Con in Orlando
Kevin hears about Villain-Con, the world’s biggest convention for supervillains, and knows it’s the perfect place to find their next master. The Orlando-based event is a parody of real-life fan conventions, complete with cosplay, gadgets, and an evil keynote speaker: Scarlet Overkill.
- What is the name of the stylish female supervillain the Minions work for?
Correct Answer: Scarlet Overkill
Scarlet Overkill is the world’s first female supervillain superstar — dramatic, dangerous, and always fashion-forward. She recruits the Minions at Villain-Con to help her steal the British crown. Unfortunately for her, things don’t go exactly to plan when the Minions are involved…
- Who provides the voice for Scarlet Overkill?
Correct Answer: Sandra Bullock
Oscar-winning actress Sandra Bullock brings Scarlet Overkill to life with flair and flair (yes, double flair). She plays the character with just the right mix of charm and menace, giving us a villain who’s both over-the-top and oddly relatable in her thirst for power and recognition.
- What is Scarlet Overkill trying to steal from Queen Elizabeth?
Correct Answer: The royal crown
Scarlet’s plan to rule England hinges on stealing Queen Elizabeth II’s crown. The Minions, being Minions, completely derail her scheme by accidentally making Bob the new King of England after he pulls the sword from the stone. Yep — Bob is technically royal now.
- Which Minion accidentally pulls the sword from the stone and becomes King of England?
Correct Answer: Bob
In a twist worthy of Arthurian legend, Bob unwittingly becomes royalty after yanking the legendary sword from the stone. The entire sequence is absurd, adorable, and totally Minion-style. Of course, Bob’s reign is short-lived — but gloriously chaotic while it lasts.
- Which future villain makes a cameo at the end of the movie?
Correct Answer: Gru
At the end of the film, a young Felonius Gru appears, stealing the crown from Scarlet Overkill and capturing the attention of the Minions. They instantly decide he’s their new master — which perfectly sets up the events of Despicable Me. It’s a clever bridge between the prequel and the rest of the franchise.
