Release Timeline & Major Details Shared for Pixar’s ‘Coco 2’
We’re at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, and it is jam-packed with exciting news. Right now, we’re learning all about what’s next over at Pixar!
Disney and Pixar announced back in 2025 that Coco 2 was in development and set for a theatrical release in 2029. And now, we know more details about the upcoming movie!
Coco 2
Coco 2 is set to be released in theaters in November of 2029!
In the new film, Miguel is older now — he’s a teenager! Disney and Pixar shared a first look at Miguel’s older look during the panel.
Here’s a closer look!
We also learned that Benjamin Bratt is back as Ernesto de la Cruz, the infamous antagonist from the first Coco!
ERNESTO RETURNS https://t.co/sNlq3QQhTa pic.twitter.com/mWAdz14UQz
— Scott Gustin @ D23 (@ScottGustin) August 15, 2026
This was announced by Benjamin Bratt himself.
Remember me? 😈 Benjamin Bratt will reprise his role as the unforgettable Ernesto de la Cruz in Coco 2! #D23 pic.twitter.com/2jNQDNZvY0
— Pixar (@Pixar) August 15, 2026
It seems like the villain will be back for revenge!
Here’s another look!
The original director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina are returning, as is Mark Nielsen, who will produce the new movie!
Stay tuned for more Disney news and updates!
