Parent Company Ownership
Illumination Entertainment is a wholly owned subsidiary of NBCUniversal. NBCUniversal is a major American media and entertainment conglomerate. The studio operates as a division within NBCUniversal's film and entertainment segment.
Founding and Leadership
The studio was founded by Chris Meledandri in 2007. He serves as the CEO and is the primary creative force behind the company. Meledandri previously led the animation division at 20th Century Fox before establishing Illumination.
Corporate Structure
Illumination maintains its headquarters in Paris, France, with offices in the United States. The studio operates under the umbrella of Universal Pictures for global distribution. Its ownership structure remains fully integrated within NBCUniversal's corporate portfolio.
Key Franchise Ownership
The company owns the rights to major franchises including Despicable Me, Minions, The Secret Life of Pets, and Sing. These properties are produced under the Illumination banner and distributed by Universal Pictures worldwide. For more details on the studio's productions, visit the NBCUniversal official site.
