About the ‘GO:KEYS 3 Minion’
This product is planned and manufactured by Roland Corporation based on a merchandising agreement with Universal Studios Licensing LLC.
About Illumination
Founded in 2007 by Academy Award® nominee Chris Meledandri, Illumination is a leading entertainment company responsible for some of the most successful animated franchises in history, including ‘Despicable Me/Minions,’ the record-breaking film ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie,’ and Dr. Seuss’s ‘The Lorax,’ ‘The Grinch,’ ‘The Secret Life of Pets,’ and ‘Sing.’ Three of Illumination’s films rank among the top 10 highest-grossing animated films of all time, with a combined worldwide box office gross exceeding 10 billion dollars. Illumination has an exclusive financing and distribution agreement with Universal Pictures, and its distinctive and unique characters captivate audiences worldwide.
About Universal Products & Experiences
Universal Products & Experiences (UP&E) extends NBCUniversal’s iconic brand collection, intellectual properties, characters, and stories globally. Its portfolio includes diverse content from Universal Pictures, Illumination, DreamWorks Animation, and NBCUniversal Television & Streaming. UP&E offers innovative products, digital goods, and engaging retail spaces and product experiences across its expanding theme parks (both owned and third-party), virtual worlds, e-commerce platforms, and retail stores. In addition to its Global Brand Strategy & Creative division, UP&E’s core businesses include Consumer Products/Games & Digital Platforms and Theme Parks Products & Retail. UP&E is part of the Universal Parks & Resorts division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. More details can be found here: https://www.universalproductsexperiences.com/
About Minions
The Minions are mysterious, banana-loving creatures that became immensely popular in ‘Despicable Me’ (2010) and ‘Despicable Me 2’ (2013). They took center stage in the 2015 film ‘Minions.’ ‘Despicable Me 3’ (2017) became the biggest hit in the series and the number one animated film of the year worldwide. ‘Minions: The Rise of Gru’ was released in 2022, ‘Despicable Me 4’ in 2024, and ‘Minions & Monsters’ is scheduled for theatrical release on Friday, August 7, 2026. Their popularity extends beyond films to merchandise, events, and games. These endearing yet destructive Minions, with their lovable flaws, continue to charm fans worldwide.
Minions Franchise (C) Universal City Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.
About Roland Corporation
Roland Corporation is an electronic musical instrument manufacturer that develops and produces digital pianos, synthesizers, electronic drums, guitar-related products, amplifiers, DJ equipment, and video/audio equipment. Since its establishment in 1972, Roland has continually pursued new “sound” with cutting-edge technology, creating numerous world-first and Japan-first products. With the brand message “WE DESIGN THE FUTURE,” Roland aims to create the future alongside creative people worldwide, from professional musicians to amateur users, pioneering new possibilities in music and video. For more information, please visit: https://www.roland.com/jp/
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