Inside Out 2 (2024)

Kernel Score: 84% · 6,504 ratings · Rated PG

Genres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family

Released: 2024-06-11

Runtime: 97 minutes

Is Inside Out 2 worth watching?

Worth watching. A smart, funny follow-up that brings in new emotions as Riley hits her teens. Anxiety is the standout, and it will resonate with older kids and adults, though it doesn't match the first film.

Watch it if you

  • loved the first Inside Out
  • have a teen at home
  • like Pixar comedies that talk about feelings

Skip it if you

  • want a new story rather than a sequel
  • dislike emotional stories

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Inside Out 2

  • Stream: Disney+
  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

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.

Inside Out 2 parents' guide: ages 5+

Parents need to know that this animated Pixar sequel is family-friendly and emotionally rich, thoughtfully exploring anxiety and self-acceptance for older kids.

  • Violence & scariness: A little — Mild cartoon peril and emotional intensity; nothing graphic.
  • Sex, romance & nudity: None
  • Language: None
  • Drinking, drugs & smoking: None
  • Products & purchases: A little — Some brand and merchandising presence typical of a major animated franchise.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Inside Out 2

If you liked Inside Out 2, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • Inside Out (2015) — 89%: The first film, where it all begins.
  • Monsters, Inc. (2001) — 89%: Funny, warm Pixar story about monsters and a child.
  • Up (2009) — 87%: Pixar story that mixes comedy and emotion.
  • WALL·E (2008) — 90%: Gentle, inventive Pixar drama.
  • Onward (2020) — 85%: Pixar story about family and growing up.
  • Elemental (2023) — 85%: Pixar story about identity and belonging.

Director

Kelsey Mann

Cast

  • Amy Poehler as Joy (voice)
  • Maya Hawke as Anxiety (voice)
  • Kensington Tallman as Riley (voice)
  • Liza Lapira as Disgust (voice)
  • Tony Hale as Fear (voice)
  • Lewis Black as Anger (voice)
  • Phyllis Smith as Sadness (voice)
  • Ayo Edebiri as Envy (voice)
  • Lilimar as Valentina (voice)
  • Grace Lu as Grace (voice)

Inside Out 2 FAQ

Is Inside Out 2 worth watching?

Worth watching. A smart, funny follow-up that brings in new emotions as Riley hits her teens. Anxiety is the standout, and it will resonate with older kids and adults, though it doesn't match the first film.

Where can I watch Inside Out 2?

In the US you can stream Inside Out 2 on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Inside Out 2 OK for kids?

Inside Out 2 is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 5+. Parents need to know that this animated Pixar sequel is family-friendly and emotionally rich, thoughtfully exploring anxiety and self-acceptance for older kids.

What movies are like Inside Out 2?

If you liked Inside Out 2, try Inside Out, Monsters, Inc., Up and WALL·E.