Summary

  • Inside Out 2 hits digital VOD on August 20 and Blu-ray on September 10, packed with bonuses like deleted scenes and how the new emotions were created.
  • Positive themes of growing up and dealing with anxiety led to success for Disney and Pixar, the film already hailed as one of the best sequels from the animation studio.
  • With over $1.5 billion at the box office, Inside Out 2 may pave the way for a potential third movie in the franchise, with its digital and physical releases helping to bolster that performance.

The VOD and Blu-ray release dates for Inside Out 2 has been a box office hit and critical success, earning over $1.5 billion at the box office as of writing. It's also become the second highest-grossing animated movie of all time, just behind The Lion King.

Now, Pixar has announced that Inside Out 2 will be coming to VOD and digital purchase on August 20, while the physical release will be out in 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD on September 10. Buying the movie on digital or physical includes multiple bonus features, including the extras New Emotions and Unlocking the Vault, revealing the inspiration behind both elements of the film. The release also features five deleted scenes, including an alternate opening. The announcement also came with a video, which can be viewed below:

Why Inside Out 2 Has Been A Huge Success For Pixar & Disney

A Win They Needed & Deserved

Inside Out 2's positive reviews highlight how the movie deals with growing up and the challenges that come with it, including how anxiety can take over and influence someone's decisions. The universal messages of the movie likely contributed to its success, as the themes are ones that can resonate with people of all ages, especially those dealing with anxiety and worries. Because of these messages, it's no surprise the movie was able to garner as much success as it did, both in the box office and with critics.

The movie is also a huge win for Disney, who suffered many box office bombs in 2023, including high-budget releases like Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny and The Marvels. It's also a major hit for the animation studio behind it, whose last movie to gross over $1 billion was Toy Story 4 in 2019. Thanks to its high-quality storytelling and resonant message, the movie is already considered one of the best Pixar sequels of all time. This is both a positive sign for the movie, and for the studio as a whole.

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Given its box office success already, the movie is likely to perform just as well on home release, especially given all the extras it comes with. It could also set the stage for a potential Inside Out 3, since it's clear the franchise is a successful venture for both Disney and Pixar. With Inside Out 2's home release just around the corner, it won't be long until the emotionally resonant and financially successful film is finally available to watch beyond the theater.

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Inside Out 2 Poster Showing Joy and the Other Emotions Squished Together

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Inside Out 2
Release Date
June 14, 2024
Runtime
96 Minutes
Director
Kelsey Mann

WHERE TO WATCH

Streaming

Inside Out 2 is the sequel to the 2015 original film, which starred a young girl named Riley with a head full of emotions. - literally. With Amy Pohler as Joy, Bill Hader as fear, Mindy Kaling as Disgust, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, and Lewis Black as Anger, the all-star cast brought to life the emotions that adolescents face as they grow, change, and adapt to new situations. This sequel, currently in development, will bring Amy Pohler back as Joy, with Riley, now a teenager.

Writers
Meg LeFauve, Dave Holstein, Kelsey Mann
Franchise(s)
Disney
Studio(s)
Disney
Distributor(s)
Disney
Main Genre
Animation