Greta Gerwig’s Barbiewas one of 2023’s biggest releases, and following the near-universal critical acclaim and praise from both critics and general audiences alike, Barbie 2 is in demand. The Barbie movieis a subversive take on the iconic toy brand, crafting an entirely original story that sees Barbie dragged from her fictional universe and forced to deal with the challenges of the real world. It’s filled with bright colors and recognizable faces that give the project a distinct atmosphere, with the countless jokes and Easter eggs already opening the door for a potential sequel in the future. 573sc

Barbie 2 is reportedly in the early stages of development, but not without some confusion surrounding the news. The first movie took the world by storm in 2023, dominating the box office and culture at large as the cheery half of the Barbenheimer phenomenon. While the film doesn't end in a way that suggests a sequel was inevitable, its $1.4 billion box office may have Warner Bros. considering a second go regardless.

There's no denying the success of 2023's Barbie, but rather than a sequel being immediately produced, reports of an animated movie are starting to arise. The Barbie movie cast's lead actor Margot Robbie is said to be unhappy with the franchise's proposed direction, as is director Greta Gerwig. However, Mattel retaining the movie rights means the decision is in the company's hands rather than it being in control of the two key women who brought the live-action project to life last summer.

Barbie was a massive success that could spawn an entire franchise, but Margot Robbie's comments about Barbie 2 make me think the sequel might not actually happen. The first Barbie was one of the biggest movies of summer 2023. It was one of only three original movies to make over $1 billion at the box office, and it spawned the "Barbenheimer" cultural sensation after releasing on the same day as Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer. It was also a critical success story, as Barbie's Rotten Tomatoes score makes it one of Margot Robbie's highest-rated films. In many ways, Barbie was lightning in a bottle.

There's no doubt that Barbie 2would be the most anticipated movie of its release year, but the sequel could do even more by breaking one negative Margot Robbie record. In 2023, Margot Robbie made waves by starring in and producing the blockbuster hit, Barbie. Based on the iconic Mattel doll, Greta Gerwig's Barbiebecame a huge pop culture moment. Its star-studded cast, amazing soundtrack, and heartwarming story made it a favorite of the year. This gives Margot Robbie major opportunities when it comes to potentially following Barbie up with a sequel.

The possibility of Barbie 2 received a positive update, alleviating doubt about the sequel to 2023's blockbuster. The Greta Gerwig-directed film always looked to be a hit, but Barbie's $1 billion success was shocking. On top of its commercial achievement, Barbie was also one of the most critically acclaimed movies of the year, earning an impressive eight Oscar nominations. Of course, the enormous success story has resulted in questions regarding a potential sequel. After all, it'd be difficult for a studio to walk away from a billion-dollar title.

Barbie 2 receives a positive update as Greta Gerwig changes her stance on a potential sequel. Directed by Gerwig, with a script she co-wrote with Noah Baumbach, the Barbie movie became the biggest box office success and one of the most critically acclaimed films of 2023, earning eight Oscar nominations and winning one for Best Original Song. This success has spurred discussion about a potential sequel though, in the past, Gerwig and producer-star Margot Robbie have mostly shot down the idea.

One of the few actresses who almost played Barbie in a live-action movie before Margot Robbie should star in the potential sequel, Barbie 2. Greta Gerwig's Barbie was a colossal success in 2023, bringing in the highest box office numbers of the year. Not only did Barbie achieve box office records, but the bright and touching tale of one Barbie's journey to self-discovery also resonated with audiences worldwide and left summer 2023 in a pink haze.

With multiple Oscar nominations and iconic roles to her name, Margot Robbie has had an incredible career and her comments about a potential Barbie 2 prove she has learned from her biggest Harley Quinn mistake. Robbie was first cast as Harley Quinn in 2016's Suicide Squad, before reprising her role in Birds of Prey and The Suicide Squad (2021). It is her most frequently recurring movie role and one of her most memorable, yet it appears she doesn't have any immediate plans to revisit the character. In an interview with Variety, Robbie revealed she wanted Harley to be ed across different actresses, indicating she may be done with the character.

If it actually happens, Barbie 2 — or even a Ken-centered spin-off — would mark a major career first for Barbie movie actor Ryan Gosling and his over 25-year-long career. The Oscar-nominated actor got his start on the Disney Channel's The Mickey Mouse Club during the mid-90s, and landed a few TV roles before starring in Sundance Film Festival's 2001 Grand Jury Prize-winner The Believer. From there, Gosling became a household name after appearing opposite Rachel McAdams in 2004's romantic drama The Notebook. The actor earned his first Academy Award nomination for 2006's indie drama Half Nelson.