Pixar's 'Coco 2' Sets 2029 Release, Unkrich Returns to Direct
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- Pixar is developing 'Coco 2' for a November 2029 theatrical release, continuing the story of Miguel more than a decade after the original film.
- Miguel returns as a teenager in new concept art revealed at D23, shown alongside his dog Dante in the Land of the Dead.
- Benjamin Bratt will reprise his role as Ernesto de la Cruz, describing the sequel’s plot as a revenge-driven adventure that forces Miguel to team up with the resurrected superstar.
- Lee Unkrich is returning to direct 'Coco 2' alongside Adrian Molina, reuniting the original film’s directing team after Unkrich’s 2019 retirement.
- Mark Nielsen is producing the sequel, bringing his Pixar experience from 'Toy Story 4' and 'Inside Out 2' to the project.
- Disney unveiled the first look at 'Coco 2' during its D23 event, positioning the film within a broader slate of sequels including 'Toy Story 5' and 'The Incredibles 3'.
Why it matters: The return of Unkrich and Molina, combined with a 2029 release date, signals Pixar’s commitment to high-profile sequels with original creative teams, leveraging proven success as 'Inside Out 2' and 'Toy Story 5' each crossed $1 billion globally—raising expectations for 'Coco 2' despite the long wait.
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