With the arrival of the new Despicable Me 4 film in cinema's this July, it's no wonder everyone is wanting to get their hands on new Minion toys for their little ones.
The loveable yellow characters have been a firm favourite since we were first introduced to them back in 2010, so of course when the Minions have hit the screens again, we've been reminded of their bubbly characteristics, that our kids just seem to love.
Best Minion toys at a glance 2024
So whether you're wanting to get your hands on your very own Kevin, or your child is obsessing over their nifty Fart Blaster invention, Mother&Baby have found all the favourite Minion toys available to buy right now.
Best tonies Minion toy
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With 116 minute run time, the Junior Novel Despicable Me shares the story about the original Despicable Me film where we were first introduced to the loveable yellow Minions.
In Minion form, the figure can also be played with, as well as being used with a Toniebox for a fun bedtime story.
Best LEGO Minion toy
AmazonSuitable for children over the age of six-years-old, the LEGO Despicable Me Minions and Banana Car Toy is inspired by Despicable Me 4.
It includes a banana vehicle toy, as well as Minions Mel, Pit Crew Ron, secret agent AVL Tim and even Mega Minion Dave. It also comes with fun accessories for each Minion character.
Best Minion toy plush
AmazonThe original Minion, Kevin! This Kevin Minions Plush Soft Toy is also available in Bob and Stuart version, so you can even collect all three Minion pals.
They're suitable to have from birth, and are super cuddly, measuring 30 centimetres, making them your child's favourite cuddle buddy.
Best Minion toy inspired by the film
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One of the first contraptions we were introduced to by the Minions, this Tiny Toot Small Fart Firing Blaster lets your little one play pranks on their family and friends.
All they have to do is draw the plunger back, push and fire to release a trumping noise.
Best Minion card game
AmazonReviewers say their kids loved this Dobble Minions game, and is a fun take on the original Dobble cards. Featuring iconic items from the Despicable Me and Minion films, including characters, the person who matches a character to the top card first wins.
This game can be played with two players up to eight players. The game is suitable for children aged six and over, however younger children will be able to play the game too.
Best Minion duck toy
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Smaller than the standard sized Tubbz, this Mini Tubbz Minions Stuart Figure is a great collectable.
Suitable for children over the age of three, this Stuart version is a great little character, and the perfect combo of Minion and duck.
Best Minion board game
AmazonThe Hasbro Gaming Operation Game: Minions is a fun take on the original Operation game. Featuring Otto the Minion, your child has to use the tweezers to collect Otto's souvenirs, including his fart blaster and a roller skate.
Reviewers mentioned that while it's not strictly like the original game, it was a fun take on it, especially for their Minion-loving children.
Best Minion craft toy
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Suitable for ages three and over, your little one can have hours of fun creating six different Minions with the Hey Clay Minions Set.
Easy to sculpt, the clay is soft, flexible and non-stick and allows kids to create their favourite Minion characters using an easy-to-follow guide.
What are Minions?
Minions are small, oval shaped creatures which are also yellow. They're the henchmen of evil scientist Gru, first appearing in the Despicable Me movie in 2010.
The Minions have one or two eyes and speak their own language, 'Minionese'. They also have very playful characteristics.
Is there a new Minion movie?
Despite already gifting us with two movies over the years, there have been no official announcements of a third Minion movie.
You can however, see your favourite Minions in the new movie Despicable Me 4, which was officially released in cinemas on July 12th 2024.
Samantha Ball is a Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby, having written for the brand since 2018. She's a mum of two and loves browsing for the best and current trending products for little ones and for cute seasonal outfits.