Disney+ Releases 'Dream Productions,' an Uneven 'Inside Out' Spinoff

The four-episode series explores the behind-the-scenes world of Riley's dreams but struggles to connect with the emotional depth of its parent films.

'Dream Productions' is a Disney+ miniseries set in the 'Inside Out' universe, focusing on the dream studio inside Riley's mind.
The show adopts a workplace sitcom format with a mockumentary style, though its inconsistent use of this framing has drawn criticism.
Critics note that the series lacks the emotional resonance and world-building coherence that defined the original films.
Paula Pell voices Paula Persimmon, a dream director grappling with her creative decline as Riley approaches adolescence.
While the series offers some amusing moments and performances, its ties to 'Inside Out' characters feel forced and unnecessary.