Pixar Legend Confirms ‘Ratatouille 2’ Isn’t Happening, but There’s a Catch [Exclusive]
Pixar director Brad Bird has officially addressed the future of the Ratatouille franchise following recent public speculation.
The obvious questions
Is Ratatouille 2 happening?
No, director Brad Bird has confirmed that a sequel is not being produced.
Why did speculation about a sequel start?
Speculation began after actor Patton Oswalt stated he would be interested in a sequel under specific conditions.
What is Brad Bird's reasoning?
Bird stated that the creative team has already told the story intended for the characters.
The story so far
Director Brad Bird has confirmed that a sequel to the film Ratatouille is not in development. Stating that the creative team has already told that story, Bird addressed the subject following public comments from Patton Oswalt, who expressed interest in a sequel if it avoided being a commercial project.
Coverage from outlets including Deadline, The Hollywood Reporter, MovieWeb, Collider, and Gamereactor UK emphasizes the disparity between the director's stance and interest reported from within Pixar. The reports note that the confirmation serves as a definitive update following a week of speculation.
It remains to be seen if Pixar will pursue future projects involving the property, as coverage does not yet specify any alternative plans for the franchise beyond the director’s current rejection of a sequel.
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Sources (5)
- 'Ratatouille 2' Fate Finally Confirmed by Disney Director a Week After Patton Oswalt Sparked Speculation MovieWeb · 46d ago
- Patton Oswalt would love to make a Ratatouille 2 provided it isn't "just a money grab" Gamereactor UK · 46d ago
- Brad Bird On A ‘Ratatouille’ Sequel: “No, We Told That Story” Deadline · 46d ago
- ‘Ratatouille’ Director Shuts Down Sequel Talk Despite Pixar’s Interest: “We Told That Story” The Hollywood Reporter · 46d ago
- Pixar Legend Confirms ‘Ratatouille 2’ Isn’t Happening, but There’s a Catch [Exclusive] Collider · 46d ago
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