- Arrived in theaters on June 14
- Released 9 years after the original
- Coming to Disney Plus on September 25
- Plot introduces five new emotions
- A critical success with 91% on Rotten Tomatoes
Inside Out 2 is the anticipated sequel to Disney's and Pixar's heartwarming movie. Nine years after the original release of one of the best Disney Plus movies, Pixar brought us back into Riley's life with a heartwarming follow up that is just as tender as the first instalment.
Timeline wise, the new movie picked up a year later, following teenager Riley as she enters a new stage in her life. That comes with new challenges both physically and psychologically, as her mind makes room for some new arrivals.
We ranked that Big Bong scene in our top 10 most heartbreaking Pixar moments, and it seems Pixar still knows how to tug at the heartstrings and make us pull out the tissues even almost a decade after the first one was released.
Here’s what you need to know about Inside Out 2.
Inside Out 2: Release date
The new Disney Plus movie arrived in theatres globally on Friday, June 14, and it's headed to the streamer very soon.
You'll be able to stream the animated hit from September 25, with the exciting news announced on social media mid-September following a successful box office run. It's come at a great time too, because between September 12 to September 28, you can get a three-month subscription for just $2, meaning you can enjoy Inside Out 2 and other Disney and Pixar hits for less this fall.
Check out our best Disney Plus shows and best Disney Plus movies guides if you want to get the most out of your subscription.
🥳 GET EXCITED 🥳#InsideOut2 is coming to @DisneyPlus on September 25! pic.twitter.com/Lemov8FvgASeptember 12, 2024
Inside Out 2 trailers
The final trailer for Inside Out 2 arrived earlier this month, giving fans their first proper look at the upcoming movie including the new batch of emotions who are set to cause chaos in Riley’s mind. If you want a sneak peek, you can watch it below.
Inside Out 2: Confirmed cast
The five emotions from the first Inside Out movie all return for Inside Out 2, but there’s been a few changes to the cast. Joy, Sadness and Anger will be once again played by the same cast members, with Parks and Recreation star Amy Poehler, The Office icon Phyllis Smith and stand-up comedian Lewis Black as Joy, Sadness and Anger respectively.
🚧Things are getting messy🚧Disney and Pixar's #InsideOut2 is coming to theaters June 2024 with brand new emotions! pic.twitter.com/7DZyf95xcbNovember 9, 2023
Fear and Disgust are now voiced by Tony Hale and Liza Lapira, who are taking over from Bill Hader and Mindy Kaling.
But these five emotions are not alone, and there’s a great supporting cast who are playing five new arrivals. With 10 conflicting emotions rolling around in Riley’s head, it will certainly be interesting to see how everyone gets along.
Here are the confirmed new actors and emotions for Inside Out 2 and what colours they’re represented by.
- Maya Hawke as Anxiety, a new orange anxious emotion
- Ayo Edebiri as Envy, a new cyan envious emotion
- Adèle Exarchopoulos as Ennui, a new indigo bored emotion
- Paul Walter Hauser as Embarrassment, a new pink embarrassed emotion
- June Squibb as Nostalgia, a new beige nostalgic emotion
Inside Out 2: Plot synopsis
According to Pixar, the full plot for the movie is: “Inside Out 2 returns to the mind of newly minted teenager Riley just as headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions!
Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who've long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren't sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she's not alone.”
Inside Out 2: Similar movies
Can't wait to watch Inside Out 2? We've rounded up three similar movies below to stream while you wait. Also check out our ranking of every Pixar movie ranked from worst to best. It will definitely be interesting to see where the most recent movie lies on our list.
Soul
Elemental
Raya and the Last Dragon
