Make room for new emotions.
Teenager Riley's mind headquarters is undergoing a sudden demolition to make room for something entirely unexpected: new Emotions! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear and Disgust, who’ve long been running a successful operation by all accounts, aren’t sure how to feel when Anxiety shows up. And it looks like she’s not alone.
Log it
Sign in to log this.
Character
Contemporary, classical in form, earnest and resolved.
- contemporarynostalgic
- classical in formformally daring
- earnestironic
- resolvedopen-ended
- effortlessdemanding
Who loves it, who doesn't
1 profiled raters. .
Where do you stand?
Answer first; then see how everyone, and your circle, split.
“Is it better than the first one?”
Sign in to answer.
Be the first to answer.
“Does Maya Hawke steal Inside Out 2 from Amy Poehler?”
Sign in to answer.
Be the first to answer.
“Is it funnier than it is smart?”
Sign in to answer.
Be the first to answer.
Ask the title
A yes-or-no question, answered from what people wrote here, on TMDB and on Wikipedia. Never made up.
Reviews
No reviews yet.
Reviews on TMDB
Written by TMDB members; each links to the original. Not part of Tastebuds's numbers.
- TheSceneSnobson TMDB · Jul 20248/10
When I first heard about the sequel to Inside Out, I approached it with a mix of excitement and apprehension. The original film is a masterpiece, one of Pixar’s finest achievements, seamlessly blending humor, emotion, and a profound understanding of human psychology. Given Pixar’s recent uneven track record, I feared that the sequel might not live up to the high standards set by its predecessor. However, I am delighted to report that isn't the case here. I can confidently say that Inside Out 2 is a worthy successor to the original. It almost reaches the same level of excellence, taking the story in a fresh direction with a new cast of characters that enrich the narrative. The sequel introduces a beautifully nuanced character: Anxiety, portrayed by Maya Hawke. Hawke’s performance brings a sympathetic depth to the role, making Anxiety a character that audiences can relate to and care for. The character adds a layer of complexity to the story that resonates on multiple levels. Anxiety's interactions with Joy, played masterfully once again by Amy Poehler, highlight the inevitable struggles of growing up. Poehler’s Joy continues to be the heart of the film. The story’s emotional core re
Read the whole review on TMDB - CinemaSerfon TMDB · Jun 20246/10
I really quite enjoyed the first of these (2015) but I struggled a bit to stay engaged with the one. "Riley" is still happily coasting through family life until one day, she embarks on the yellow brick road that is puberty. Towit, her control gallery is no longer the purview of just her lifelong guides like "Fear", "Joy" and "Anger" - now she has also to deal with the likes of disgust, envy, boredom and worst of all - anxiety. It's maybe the latter that the film should be called as we now embark on quite a humourless swipe at the culture of validation that young people must navigate. It's all about being popular. Being liked. Being the best - in the ice hockey team. Old loyalties go under the bus in favour of new aspirations and yes, much of it does ring quite true as an evaluation of the fickleness in all of us. Thing is, though, there's just too much inevitability about what comes next and there's way too much incessant dialogue. "Anger" has some fun along the way, and there is the odd comedy one-liner from the laconic "Ennui" but it just didn't resonate with me at all. The animation is standard Pixar fayre that does the job colourfully but unremarkably, and by the conclusion I w
Read the whole review on TMDB - Hotplixon TMDB · Jun 20248/10
"Inside Out 2" is a heartwarming and imaginative sequel that successfully builds on the emotional depth of its predecessor. Directed by Kelsey Mann, the film revisits Riley as she navigates the complexities of teenage life, with her emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—returning to guide her. The movie introduces new emotions, adding fresh dynamics and challenges. The animation is vibrant and expressive, capturing the nuanced portrayal of inner emotional worlds. With its clever storytelling, humor, and poignant moments, "Inside Out 2" resonates deeply with audiences, offering a thoughtful exploration of growing up and emotional resilience.
Read the whole review on TMDB
Cast
- Amy PoehlerJoy (voice)
- Maya HawkeAnxiety (voice)
- Kensington TallmanRiley (voice)
- Liza LapiraDisgust (voice)
- Tony HaleFear (voice)
- Lewis BlackAnger (voice)
- Phyllis SmithSadness (voice)
- Ayo EdebiriEnvy (voice)
- LilimarValentina (voice)
- Grace LuGrace (voice)
Crew
- Kelsey MannDirector
- Dave HolsteinScreenplay
- Meg LeFauveScreenplay
- Jonathan PytkoDirector of Photography
- Adam HabibDirector of Photography
- Andrea DatzmanOriginal Music Composer
- Maurissa HorwitzEditor
- Mark NielsenProducer
Where to watch
Checking availability…
Pairings
Companions we picked from the closest works, and how to take them.
Similar in taste
Closest on the same fourteen dimensions, from everything scored on Tastebuds Other media included when they land close.
Elemental 202380% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form, earnest.
Encanto 202178% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form, earnest.
The Intouchables 201177% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form, earnest.
Somewhere in Queens 202377% alikeBoth classical in form, contemporary.
Lilo & Stitch 200276% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form.
Jerry Maguire 199675% alikeBoth classical in form, contemporary.
Handsome Devil 201775% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form, earnest.
The Peanut Butter Falcon 201975% alikeBoth contemporary, classical in form, earnest.
Genie, Make a Wish 202580% alikeTelevision · Both contemporary, classical in form.
Mob Psycho 100 201678% alikeTelevision · Both contemporary, classical in form.
Often watched with
Recommendations from TMDB. Opening one adds it to Tastebuds
