A new poster has recently sparked excitement by hinting that “Coco 2” is in the works, with a release set for October 2024
Key Takeaways
- Teaser for “Coco 2” turns out to be a fan-made fake, but it got fans talking.
- Original “Coco” loved for its deep, cultural story, won Oscars.
- Despite the fake poster, a Broadway adaptation shows “Coco‘s” story lives on.
In 2017, Disney/Pixar’s Coco won over people everywhere with its vivid and heartfelt depiction of Mexican culture, woven into a story that moved us deeply. The film revolves around Miguel, a young boy with a huge love for music, a sentiment not shared by his family due to an unclear ban on the art form.
Miguel’s surprising adventure through the Land of the Dead shows hidden parts of his family’s history and the genuine story of his great-great-grandfather, who chased his music dreams at a significant price.
Critics and viewers alike praised Coco for its touching messages about family, heritage, and chasing dreams, complemented by its detailed depiction of culture.
‘Coco’ won two Academy Awards for Best Animation and Best Original Song, along with huge love from the audience, as evidenced by its 94% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.
The excitement for a sequel grew, especially after a fan-made poster for “Coco 2: Un Dia De Los Locos” appeared on a Facebook fanpage named YODA BBY ABY, featuring Miguel and Hector with their ancestors, hinting at another magical adventure planned for October 2024.
The poster, along with a storyline suggesting an intertwining of the afterlife and the living world, sparked rumors.
Despite the loud calls for more of Miguel’s adventures, Disney and Pixar have not confirmed a sequel. Still, Disney’s choice to turn the story into a live stage adaptation for Broadway shows a commitment to exploring new ways to share this magical tale.
Lee Unkrich, who left Pixar, mentioned to The Hollywood Reporter his plans for the future:
“I’m not leaving to make films at another studio; instead, I look forward to spending much-needed time with my family and going after long-put-off interests.”
Moreover, during a Disney on Broadway presentation at EPCOT in January 2023, performers Mandy Gonzalez and L. Steven Taylor made an exciting announcement.
They shared that Coco is set to be adapted into a live stage show, promising a thrilling story of family, fun, and adventure. With a score by Michael Giacchino and additional songs from the composer/lyricist team behind Frozen, the development of Coco into a live stage show by Disney on Broadway is eagerly awaited.
