Coco 2 (2029)

Pixar Animation Studios has officially announced Coco 2, a highly anticipated sequel to the 2017 Oscar-winning hit Coco. The film is scheduled for theatrical release in November 2029, marking a significant return to the vibrant world of the Land of the Dead more than twelve years after the original film's debut. During the D23 Expo, Pixar revealed initial concept art depicting Miguel as a teenager, still carrying his white guitar and accompanied by his beloved dog, Dante, signaling a continuation of their iconic journey.

Director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrien Morillo will return to helm the project, ensuring the creative vision remains consistent with the first installment. Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed during the company's annual shareholder meeting that while the film is in its early development stages, it promises to be filled with humor, emotion, and adventure. The plot is expected to pick up years later, with Miguel actively returning to the spirit world to reunite with his great-grandmother Coco, while also facing new challenges involving the return of former antagonist Ernesto de la Cruz.

• The original Coco won two Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song ("Remember Me") and grossed over $800 million worldwide.
• Voice actors Anthony Gonzalez, Gael García Bernal, and Benjamin Bratt are expected to reprise their roles as Miguel, Héctor, and Ernesto de la Cruz, respectively.
• Oscar-winning producer Mark Nielsen, known for work on Toy Story 4 and Inside Out 2, will serve as the producer for the sequel.
• The real-life inspiration for Coco Rivera, Clara Cotera, passed away at age 109 in 2023, adding poignant context to the franchise's themes of memory and family legacy.