Despicable Me (franchise) rival, to shrink and steal the Earth's moon. "Despicable Me" received positive reviews, and grossed over $543 million worldwide, against a budget of $69 million, launching a new franchise. A sequel, "Despicable Me 2", released on July 3, 2013, was once again directed by Pierre Coffin and Chris Renaud, and written by Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio. Steve Carell, Russell Brand, Miranda Cosgrove, Dana Gaier, and Elsie Fisher reprise their roles as Felonious Gru, Dr. Nefario, Margo, Edith and Agnes respectively. Kristen Wiig, who voiced Miss Hattie in the first film, voices Lucy Wilde, an agent of the Anti-Villain League
Steve Carell contributions to the film industry, Carell received the 2,570th star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2016. Steve Carell Steven John Carell (; born August 16, 1962) is an American actor, writer and director. He is best known for his portrayal of gaffe-prone boss Michael Scott on the American version of "The Office" (2005–2013), on which he also worked as an occasional producer, writer and director. Carell was a correspondent on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart" from 1999 to 2005. He has starred in "" (2004), "The 40-Year-Old Virgin" (2005), "Evan Almighty" (2007), "Get Smart" (2008), "Crazy, Stupid,