The Minion
“When the Millenium ends... Armageddon begins!”
Synopsis
New York, Christmas Eve, 1999 - at the dawn of the new millennium - a subway construction crew unearths an eight hundred year old Celtic skeleton and a mysterious key. Archeologist Karen Goodleaf is called in to determine the meaning of the discovery. News of the discovery reaches a Middle East monastery where the warrior monks knowns as the Knights Templar - an ancient sect entrusted with protecting holy relics - choose their best pupil, Lukas to face the diabolical threat. As Lukas races to New York, an evil Minion seizes Karen and uses her body like a parasite and host!
Top Cast
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Dolph Lundgren
Lukas Sadorov
Françoise Robertson
Karen Goodleaf
Roc LaFortune
David Schulman
David Nerman
Lieutenant Roseberry
Allen Altman
Dante
Jean-Marc Bisson
Bernard
Don Francks
Chief Michael Bear
Michael Greyeyes
Gray Eagle
Andy Bradshaw
Photographer
Anik Matern
Police Lieutenant
Tony Calabretta
Dispatcher
James Bradford
Captain
Tedd Dillon
Stranger
Matt Holland
Parking Lot Cop
Dennis St John
Gregor
Michel Perron
Giannelli
Flint Eagle
Sheriff
Arthur Holden
Forensics Officer
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jean-Marc Piché
- Screenplay & Story
- Matt Roe, Ripley Highsmith
- Original Score
- Jean Corriveau
- Original Title
- The Minion
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Latin, English, Spanish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Taurus 7 Film Corporation, Mahagonny Pictures, Conquistador Entertainment, Minion Productions Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jean-Marc Piché
Matt Roe, Ripley Highsmith
Jean Corriveau
Barry Parrell
Yvann Thibaudeau
Claudio Castravelli
Department Leadership Roster
Jean-Marc Piché
Director
Barry Parrell
Director of Photography
Matt Roe
Screenplay
Ripley Highsmith
Screenplay
Violette Daneau
Production Design
Yvann Thibaudeau
Editor
Janet Campbell
Costume Design
Jean Corriveau
Original Music Composer
Jean Frenette
Stunt Coordinator
Claudio Castravelli
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Minion
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Minion about?
New York, Christmas Eve, 1999 - at the dawn of the new millennium - a subway construction crew unearths an eight hundred year old Celtic skeleton and a mysterious key. Archeologist Karen Goodleaf is called in to determine the meaning of the discovery. News of the discovery reaches a Middle East monastery where the warrior monks knowns as the Knights Templar - an ancient sect entrusted with protecting holy relics - choose their best pupil, Lukas to face the diabolical threat. As Lukas races to New York, an evil Minion seizes Karen and uses her body like a parasite and host!
Who directed The Minion?
The Minion was directed by Jean-Marc Piché.
Who stars in The Minion?
The principal cast of The Minion includes Dolph Lundgren, Françoise Robertson, Roc LaFortune, David Nerman, Allen Altman.
When was The Minion released and how long is it?
The Minion was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Minion?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Minion was composed by Jean Corriveau.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Minion?
The Minion holds official age classifications: DE: 18 (FSK 18 — Restricted to adults 18 and older.).