Inside Out 2 Becomes an Animation Juggernaut
Pixar's sequel introduced a new set of emotions and went on to become one of the highest-grossing animated films ever.
By The ITSMOVIES Desk · June 14, 2024 · 4 min read
Inside Out 2, directed by Kelsey Mann, returned to the mind of Riley as she enters her teenage years, introducing new emotions led by Anxiety. Released in June 2024, the Pixar sequel followed the studio's acclaimed 2015 original.
The film was a major commercial success, ranking among the highest-grossing animated films of all time and providing a significant boost to Pixar and to theatrical animation more broadly. Its exploration of adolescence and mental health resonated widely with audiences and critics.
