Overview
- Netflix and Sony have finalized a deal to produce the animated sequel, with release timing likely in 2029.
- Both companies have closed agreements with the filmmakers, while no theatrical plans have been detailed for the follow-up.
- The first film is Netflix’s most-watched movie with over 325 million views and became the streamer’s first title to open at No. 1 at the domestic box office with a two-day $19 million haul.
- Domestic gross has climbed to nearly $25 million after adding about $6 million since August through continued theatrical play.
- The soundtrack’s commercial run includes four simultaneous Hot 100 Top 10s, a Billboard 200 No. 1 album, a No. 1 Hot 100 single in “Golden,” and platinum status, with global toy licensing handled by Mattel and Hasbro.