‘Inside Out 2,’ released June 14, features new voices like Tony Hale and Maya Hawke, adding fresh emotions to the film.
Pixar Animation Studios brings us a coming-of-age sequel with ‘Inside Out 2,’ produced for Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Kelsey Mann in his feature directorial debut, this film continues the story from the 2015 hit, ‘Inside Out.’ In this instalment, Riley the 13-year old girl’s familiar emotions encounter new ones eager to take control of her mind. ‘Inside Out 2’ had its grand premiere at the El Capitan Theatre in Los Angeles on June 10, 2024, and hit theatres across the United States on June 14, 2024. Just like its predecessor, it garnered praise from critics. Returning voice talents in the film include Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, Lewis Black, Diane Lane, and Kyle MacLachlan, joined by exciting new additions to the cast. Let's explore these fresh voices joining the Pixar family.
Tony Hale, an American actor and comedian, is widely recognized for his portrayal of Buster Bluth in the Fox comedy series ‘Arrested Development.’ He also starred as Gary Walsh in the HBO comedy ‘Veep’ from 2012 until its conclusion in 2019, a role that earned him the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in both 2013 and 2015. In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Tony Hale takes on the role of Fear, the purple, anxious emotion, replacing Bill Hader from the original film.
Liza Lapira, a Filipino-American actress, has made a name for herself with notable roles across television and film. Her first major role was a series regular on the Showtime TV series ‘Huff.’ She also portrayed Kianna in the 2008 film ‘21,’ Special Agent Michelle Lee in the CBS police procedural series ‘NCIS,’ and Ivy, Topher Brink's assistant, in ‘Dollhouse.’ In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Lapira joins the cast as Disgust, the green emotion, taking over the role previously voiced by Mindy Kaling.
Maya Hawke, an actress and singer-songwriter, began her career in modelling before making her screen debut as Jo March in the 2017 BBC adaptation of ‘Little Women.’ She gained widespread recognition for her role as Robin Buckley in the Netflix science fiction series ‘Stranger Things’ and has appeared in notable films such as ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ and ‘Fear Street Part One: 1994.’ In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Hawke joins the cast as Anxiety, a new orange anxious emotion.
Ayo Edebiri, an American actress, comedian, and television writer, played Chef Sydney Adamu in the comedy-drama series ‘The Bear’ from 2022. Her performance has earned her a Golden Globe Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Edebiri takes on the role of Envy, a new cyan envious emotion.
Adèle Exarchopoulos, a French actress, gained international acclaim for her role as Adèle in the romance film ‘Blue Is the Warmest Colour.’ Her performance earned her the Palme d'Or at the 2013 Cannes Film Festival, making her the youngest recipient of this prestigious award, which she shared with her co-star Léa Seydoux. In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Exarchopoulos joins the cast as Ennui, a new indigo bored emotion.
Paul Walter Hauser is a multifaceted American talent, known for his work as an actor, comedian, musician, and wrestler. He has played notable supporting roles in films such as ‘I, Tonya,’ ‘BlacKkKlansman,’ ‘Late Night,’ ‘Da 5 Bloods,’ and ‘Cruella.’ Hauser's breakout role came in 2019 when he starred as the title character in Clint Eastwood's drama film ‘Richard Jewell.’ In ‘Inside Out 2,’ Hauser lends his voice to Embarrassment, a new pink emotion that embodies the feeling of being self-conscious.
