Disney sets November 2029 release for “Coco 2,” sequel centered on a teenage Miguel

Disney has set a November 2029 release date for “Coco 2,” the company’s follow-up to its animated hit, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The sequel is described as being centered on a teenage Miguel, continuing the “Coco” storytelling premise through a new period of the character’s life.

The publication reports that Benjamin Bratt is set to return to voice Ernesto de la Cruz in “Coco 2.” The character is also described as being out for revenge, establishing the sequel’s core conflict and the nature of Ernesto’s renewed role in the story.

Disney’s decision to focus the sequel on teenage Miguel indicates an effort to build a fresh arc around the main character rather than simply expanding the original plotline. In the reported concept, that shift provides a new vantage point for audiences while maintaining continuity through the return of a principal antagonist.

Bratt’s involvement also ties the sequel to the recognizable voice cast element that previously introduced Ernesto de la Cruz. According to the report, Ernesto’s motive for revenge will be central to the sequel’s dramatic direction, which may affect how the narrative’s stakes are framed for family audiences.

The announcement of a 2029 release date places “Coco 2” firmly in the later half of the next decade, giving Disney a long runway for production and marketing. The timeline also suggests the studio is planning the sequel within its broader slate strategy rather than as a near-term follow-up.

Because the report does not provide additional production details such as director, writers, or supporting cast, those elements are not confirmed in the information available for this announcement. The next phase for audiences will be additional casting and creative credits, along with any formal distribution and marketing information from Disney closer to the release.

With Disney now publicly associating “Coco 2” with a teenage Miguel story and Ernesto’s revenge plot, the sequel’s next updates will likely focus on how the film positions its characters and themes for a multi-generational audience, a key consideration for major animation releases.