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Inside Out 2 (2024 Film)
Inside Out 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the beloved animated film, is currently in production under the wings of Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Kelsey Mann, known for his remarkable work within Pixar, the movie marks his debut as a feature director. With Mark Nielsen taking on the producer’s role and Meg LeFauve handling the script, the film promises to deliver another heartwarming and insightful adventure.
Returning to lend their voices are the talented Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, and Lewis Black, reprising their iconic roles from the first installment. Joining them are newcomers Tony Hale, Liza Lapira, Maya Hawke, Ayo Edebiri, Adèle Exarchopoulos, Kensington Tallman, and Paul Walter Hauser, adding fresh energy to the ensemble cast.
The inception of Inside Out 2 was announced during the D23 Expo in September 2022, generating excitement among fans. With its release slated for June 14, 2024, audiences can expect another journey into the intricate world of emotions, building upon the foundation laid by its predecessor while introducing new elements to captivate viewers of all ages.
Inside Out 2
| Directed | Kelsey Mann |
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| Screenplay | Meg LeFauve |
| Story | Seth Grahame-Smith |
| Produced | Mark Nielsen |
| Cinematography |
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| Edited | Maurissa Horwitz |
| Music | Andrea Datzman |
| Production |
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| Distributed by | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
| Release date | June 14, 2024 |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Summary
In “Inside Out 2,” we’re transported back into the bustling mind of Riley, now a teenager, just as her mental headquarters faces an unexpected challenge: demolition to accommodate the arrival of new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust, the seasoned team behind Riley’s emotional landscape, find themselves in uncharted territory with the introduction of Anxiety. As tensions rise, it becomes evident that Anxiety isn’t the only newcomer on the scene, leaving our beloved Emotions grappling with a flurry of mixed feelings and uncertainties.
Actors / Cast
- Amy Poehler as Joy
- Phyllis Smith as Sadness
- Lewis Black as Anger
- Tony Hale as Fear. Hale replaces Bill Hader from the first film.
- Liza Lapira as Disgust. Lapira replaces Mindy Kaling from the first film.
- Maya Hawke as Anxiety
- Ayo Edebiri as Envy
- Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui
- Paul Walter Hauser as Embarrassment
- Kensington Tallman as Riley Andersen. Tallman replaces Kaitlyn Dias from the first film.
- Diane Lane as Mrs. Andersen
- Kyle MacLachlan as Mr. Andersen
- Lilimar as Valentina “Val” Ortiz
- Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green and Grace Lu as Riley’s friends
- Yvette Nicole Brown as Coach Roberts
- Flea
- Dave Goelz
- Frank Oz
- Bobby Moynihan
- Paula Poundstone
- June Squibb
- Sarayu Blue
- Ron Funches
- James Austin Johnson
- Paula Pell
- Kendall Coyne Schofield
- Kirk Thatcher
Development
Following the resounding success of “Inside Out” (2015), which emerged as the seventh-highest-grossing film of the year, speculations about a sequel became widespread. Entertainment Tonight and The Guardian both deemed it “inevitable”. Director Pete Docter began mulling over ideas for a sequel even as the original film garnered nominations at the 88th Academy Awards in January 2016. Pixar officially confirmed the sequel’s development during the D23 Expo announcement in September 2022, with Amy Poehler taking the stage alongside Docter to discuss the film. Kelsey Mann was named as the director for the sequel, marking his feature directorial debut after previously directing the short film “Party Central” in 2013. Mark Nielsen was announced as the producer, and Meg LeFauve was set to write the screenplay, returning from her work on the predecessor. Mann drew on Docter’s concept of “five to 27 emotions” from the first film to craft a “truthful” worldbuilding approach for the sequel.
Casting
Inside Out 2 – Poehler agreed to a $5 million deal with lucrative bonuses to return as Joy. However, a pay dispute led Mindy Kaling and Bill Hader to decline reprising their roles as Disgust and Fear, respectively. Reportedly offered $100,000 each, equivalent to two percent of Poehler’s salary, they opted out. As a result, Tony Hale and Liza Lapira were announced as their replacements for Fear and Disgust in the teaser trailer released on November 9, 2023. Additionally, Maya Hawke joined the cast as Anxiety, introducing a new emotion. Later, on January 16, 2024, June Squibb’s involvement in the film was confirmed, although her role remained undisclosed.
The unveiling of the second trailer and poster on March 7, 2024, brought another revelation: Andrea Datzman had taken over composing duties for the film’s score, succeeding Michael Giacchino. This shift added another layer of anticipation to the movie’s release, as fans speculated on how Datzman’s musical style might influence the emotional resonance of the story.
Release Date
Inside Out 2 is set to hit theaters across the United States on June 14, 2024. The buzz surrounding the film began with the release of its teaser trailer and poster on November 9, 2023. Notably, the poster introduced three new emotions: Embarrassment, Ennui, and Envy, sparking curiosity and excitement among fans. The teaser garnered immense attention, amassing over 157 million views within the first 24 hours across various social media platforms, including a staggering 78 million on TikTok alone. This groundbreaking achievement made it the most-watched animated film trailer launch in the history of the Walt Disney Company, surpassing the record previously held by Frozen II (2019). Additionally, a snippet of the film, titled “Team,” premiered during Super Bowl LVIII. Following the initial teaser, the second trailer, accompanied by a fresh poster, was unveiled on March 7, 2024. Notably, this trailer also introduced the “standard” variant of the 2023 Walt Disney Pictures logo, introduced the previous year as part of the studio’s centennial celebrations.
