Strictly Come Dancing viewers were divided by the 'nightmare fuel' opening number this weekend's Movie Night. The beloved BBC competition returned last month and fans have been locked in with this year's stars' incredible talent. On Saturday, the contestants and their professional dance partners came dressed up for Movie Night and the show opened up with a group dance from the professionals.
Over the years, they paid homage to Harry Potter , James Bond and Barbie. This year, for some reason, their opening number was inspired by none other than the box office hit, Despicable Me. The stars transformed into the iconic Minion characters, painted head to toe in yellow as some rocked dungarees and others rocked maid outfits.
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" Some thought the number was incredible, with one posting: "One of the most fun professional dances yet," while another delighted Strictly viewer commented: "This minions routine is genuinely the most unhinged thing I have ever laid eyes upon and I can.