Overview
- Sonnenblick told BBC Newsbeat the follow‑up is currently in process, confirming active development.
- He said songwriting has not begun and will follow once the story is set.
- Industry reporting cites a Netflix–Sony deal for the sequel and projects an approximate 2029 release window.
- Directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans describe intense self‑imposed pressure and a focus on backstories and broader world‑building.
- The first film became Netflix’s most‑watched animated title as its single “Golden” won major awards and earned an Oscar nomination, fueling demand for further entries.