Overview
- Netflix and Sony have closed a deal for a sequel, with Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans signed to direct again.
- The release is aimed for 2029, a window described as tentative given animation timelines and studio capacity.
- Talent agreements beyond the directors are still being finalized, and both companies declined to comment.
- The first film became Netflix’s most-watched title with roughly 325 million views and delivered Billboard milestones, including a No. 1 soundtrack and the Hot 100-topping single “Golden.”
- Limited sing-along theatrical runs topped the box office and lifted domestic grosses to about $25 million, with merchandise plans expanding through Mattel and Hasbro toy licenses.