New Minions film hits major milestone In another huge milestone for the franchise, the latest Minions instalment will open the Annecy Animation Film Festival. 27 April 2026 The latest Minions instalment will open the Annecy Animation Film Festival. The latest Minions instalment will open the Annecy Animation Film Festival Universal Pictures has confirmed Minions and Monsters, the newest chapter in Illumination's multi-billion-dollar franchise, will lead the 2026 Annecy Animation Film Festival on June 21.