Exploring the Excitement: Disney and Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ Unveiled with Fresh Emotions and Release Date
Experience the magic as Disney and Pixar’s ‘Inside Out 2’ premieres on June 14, 2024, reintroducing familiar emotions and introducing intriguing new ones
Everything to Know About Disney and Pixars Inside Out 2
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Get ready to experience a rollercoaster of emotions with the upcoming release of Inside Out 2 from Disney and Pixar in the summer of 2024.
Back in 2015, the first Inside Out movie introduced us to Riley, a young girl who had to adjust to a new life in San Francisco after moving from the Midwest. Throughout the film, we saw Riley’s emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness - dealing with the challenges of adapting to a new city, home, and school.
Amy Poehler, the voice of Joy, shared exciting news at the September 2022 D23 Studio Showcase - Pixar is working on a sequel to Inside Out! The crowd was thrilled when she made the announcement.
In November 2023, a sneak peek of the new movie was unveiled. Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness take part in a surprise "demo day" in Riley's mind, where they meet Anxiety, voiced by Maya Hawke.
Joy asked who made the console orange in the clip. Anxiety, the orange character, popped up and teased that she isn't the only new emotion they will have to deal with as Riley grows up.
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What Is ‘Inside Out 2’ About?
The new movie will follow the original five emotions as they deal with new emotions that burst into Riley’s mind now that she’s 13 years old.
Which Emotions Are Returning?
Everything to Know About Disney and Pixars Inside Out 2
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The beloved characters from the first movie will be returning for Inside Out 2. Amy Poehler will once again bring Joy to life, while Lewis Black will be back as Anger and Phyllis Smith as Sadness. Tony Hale will be joining the cast as the new voice of Fear, taking over from Bill Hader. And lastly, Lisa Lapira will be voicing Disgust, a role previously played by Mindy Kaling.
Teenage Riley will be voiced by Kensington Tallman, while Diane Lane and Kyle MacLachlan reprise their roles as Riley’s mom and dad.
Who Are the New Emotions?
Hawke’s Anxiety is the latest emotion introduced in the upcoming Pixar sequel. Joining her are new characters: Ayo Edebiri as Envy, Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui (also known as boredom), and Paul Walter Hauser as Embarrassment.
Other new characters in the sequel include high school hockey player Valentina “Val” Ortiz (voiced by Lilimar), Coach Roberts (voiced by Yvette Nicole Brown), and Riley’s BFFs voiced by Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green and Grace Lu.
What Did the Official Trailer Reveal?
Inside Out 2’s full trailer dropped on March 7 and introduced the OG emotions to the three other newcomers, which doesn’t appear to be a good thing.
Joy enthusiastically greets the audience as she takes them on a tour inside Riley's mind. In the video, clips of Riley wearing a hockey uniform come into view. She then introduces her pals - Fear, Anger, Disgust, and Sadness - in a lively sports announcer style.
Reflecting on Riley's rapid growth, Joy watches a home video of her celebrating her 13th birthday. Just as Fear is about to reassure everyone that Riley's future looks bright, Anxiety suddenly appears, followed by Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment.
Anxiety steps in and says, "I understand that change can be intimidating, but it's important for us to make new friends in high school. Let's embrace new connections and let go of the old ones."
Anxiety declares that Riley's life needs more complex emotions than the basic ones, trapping Joy and the others. Fear shouts, "We are being suppressed emotions!"
The trailer hints that Joy and her original emotions must collaborate to reclaim their place in Riley's mind and remain important.
When Does ‘Inside Out 2’ Hit Theaters?
The animated film makes its box office debut on Friday, June 14.
Editor's P/S:
The announcement of "Inside Out 2" has sparked a wave of excitement. The original film's exploration of emotions resonated deeply with audiences, and the sequel promises to expand on that concept. The introduction of new emotions like Anxiety, Envy, and Ennui reflects the complexities of growing up and navigating adolescence. The dynamics between the returning and new emotions will undoubtedly bring both laughter and poignant moments.
The sneak peek and trailer hint at a compelling narrative that delves into the challenges of transitioning from childhood to teenagehood. As Riley faces new experiences and social pressures, her emotions must adapt and evolve. The film's message of embracing growth while valuing the foundation of one's core emotions is a timely and relatable theme. "Inside Out 2" is poised to be a heartwarming and thought-provoking cinematic experience that explores the intricate tapestry of human emotions. stellar voice cast and the track record of Disney and Pixar, "Inside Out 2" is poised to be a heartwarming and thought-provoking cinematic experience that will leave a lasting impact on viewers.
