Klinger Builds Legos

Review: LEGO Despicable Me 4 – Minions and Gru’s Family Mansion #75583

LEGO has a knack for capturing movie magic in brick form, and with Despicable Me 4 Minions and Gru’s Family Mansion, they’ve built one of the most delightfully chaotic sets to date. Packed with play features, colorful details, and an impressive cast of minifigures, this set feels like the perfect blend of family fun and Minion mischief.

At first glance, the mansion itself is striking. The tall, black exterior mirrors Gru’s famously gloomy house from the films, with its gothic silhouette towering over the build. But don’t be fooled by the dark façade—inside, it’s a playground of bright colors, clever gadgets, and unexpected surprises that perfectly reflect Gru’s eccentric personality and the Minions’ unstoppable silliness.

One of the standout features is the girls rocket-themed bedroom, a dream space for Agnes, Edith and Margo. Baby Gru Jr. is an adorable addition to the lineup, bringing a fresh dynamic to the Despicable Me family. Alongside him, the set includes a whopping nine minifigures: Gru, Lucy, Margo, Edith, Agnes, Gru Jr., and three of the most beloved Minions—Mel, Jerry, and Tim. It’s rare to see such a complete lineup in a single box, making this set especially appealing to fans who want the full family all at once.

Playability is the mansion’s strongest suit. Gru’s iconic spinning chair is faithfully recreated, giving kids and collectors alike a chance to reenact his master plans—or Minion disruptions. Around the house, gadgets and quirky furniture add layers of personality to each room, ensuring there’s something fun to discover at every angle.

But the real magic happens outside. The treehouse is bright and playful, offering a burst of color that contrasts beautifully with the dark house. From the treehouse, a zip line stretches all the way down to the bongo-playing party area, where the Minions can let loose in classic fashion. This dynamic play feature perfectly encapsulates the balance of order and chaos in Gru’s world: a serious villainous lair on one side, and a full-blown Minion party on the other.

Visually, the set is a treat. The deep blacks and purples of the house give it a menacing, storybook quality, but they’re cleverly softened by pops of color throughout the build. Bright greens, reds, and yellows spill out from the interiors and accessories, making the whole model feel alive and in motion. This contrast between darkness and vibrancy mirrors the movies themselves—where Gru’s grim exterior hides a heartwarming family at the center of it all.

I was not a fan of how Gru looks in bigger form like from set #75582 Brick-built Gru and Minions, but this set looks and feels terrific. Lego has, in my opinion, done a fantastic job with the designs of the various minions, capturing their energy and silliness these MEGA minions are no exception.

With so many minifigures, interactive features, and movie references, the set is not just a build but a storytelling experience. Whether it’s Gru hatching schemes from his chair, the girls racing down the zip line, or the Minions drumming up chaos in the party area, the mansion provides endless scenarios to recreate—or invent.

Verdict: For any fan of the film franchise LEGO’s Despicable Me 4 Minions and Gru’s Family Mansion is a near-perfect translation of the franchise into bricks. It’s bold, colorful, and brimming with fun, and a tremendous amount of playability.