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Disney Sets First Look at Teen Miguel, Release Date
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Disney unveiled the first concept art for "Coco 2" at D23, featuring teenage Miguel and his dog Dante, with the film scheduled for a November 2029 release and Benjamin Bratt returning as Ernesto de la Cruz.
- The sequel's storyline involves Ernesto seeking revenge and sending Miguel back to the Land of the Dead, where Miguel must team up with Ernesto, adding a new dynamic to the adventure.
- Original "Coco" director Lee Unkrich returns alongside Adrian Molina to direct, with Pixar veteran Mark Nielsen producing the sequel.
- The first "Coco" (2017) was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $800 million globally and winning two Oscars, centered on Miguel's musical journey during Dia de Los Muertos.
- "Coco 2" is part of Pixar’s strategy to continue successful franchises, following recent hits like "Toy Story 5" and "Inside Out 2," with "The Incredibles 3" also planned for 2028.
