Highlights
- Inside Out 2 achieved massive box office success, bringing in close to $1.7 billion.
- The film’s director suggests the possibility of Inside Out 3, envisaging a journey through Riley’s entire life.
- A Disney+ spin-off series set within Riley’s dream world is slated for release in December 2024.
Nearly ten years following the original film’s debut, Pixar’s Inside Out 2 made a spectacular entry into theaters in 2024, garnering both critical praise and impressive box office gross. With this remarkable success, Pixar is now under scrutiny regarding the potential release of an Inside Out 3.
This Inside Out series dives deep into the thoughts and feelings that accompany human growth, all delivered through Pixar’s beloved animated aesthetics. In Inside Out 2, we reconnect with Riley and her emotions – Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust, who now face fresh challenges as Riley transitions into puberty, leading to the emergence of new emotions at the control center. Released on June 14, the film quickly took the box office by storm, achieving a 90% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes. It has now risen to be the top-grossing film of the year, nearing $1.7 billion in earnings. This success certainly raises questions about the timeline for Inside Out 3.
Inside Out 2 Director Discusses Sequel Possibilities
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Kelsey Mann, the director of Inside Out 2, discussed the likelihood of a sequel. He noted that with Pixar’s future projects in mind, the studio aims to find a harmonious blend between innovative concepts and established franchises. Regarding sentiments about an Inside Out 3, Mann expressed that “people are quite receptive” to the idea. “They’re eager to ensure that we handle it with care. There’s a strong desire to witness Riley’s journey through her entire life,” he stated. However, he clarified that actual discussions about a third installment have yet to begin, as he has been taking a break following the completion of Inside Out 2.
Mann reflected on the numerous brilliant concepts that went unexplored in both this sequel and the original. “I genuinely hope those ideas find a place in the future,” he remarked. The first Inside Out movie captured Riley at a pivotal pre-teen phase, marked by her emotional struggles during a significant move and the subsequent challenges of entering a new school. Inside Out 2 continues this narrative as Riley navigates high school, grappling with the tumultuous emotions of adolescence. This opens up a myriad of themes and emotional dilemmas that could be explored in an Inside Out 3, potentially following Riley through her college years or into early adulthood.
Inside Out Set to Expand with New Disney Series
While the future of Inside Out may be uncertain, it is not entirely bleak. Pixar is gearing up to launch a streaming series on Disney+ called Dream Productions, which will serve as a spin-off situated in Riley’s inner world. This series will explore the segment of Riley’s mind dedicated to nightly dream creation, focusing on the character Paula, who collaborates with a new daydream director to ensure Riley’s dreams are a success each night. The series will feature voice talents from Paula Pell and Richard Ayoade. Dream Productions is expected to premiere on December 11, 2024, offering some reprieve while fans await further updates on Inside Out 3.
Inside Out 2 is currently available for streaming on Disney+.
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