Inside Out 2 - meet the cast of Pixars box office hit

Publish date: 2024-06-08

is carrying the box office this summer. Bringing a much-needed dose of magic to theatres around the world, the Disney/Pixar sequel enjoyed a record-breaking opening weekend, making $295 million. 

Picking up two years after the events of the first film, the coming-of-age movie follows a now 13-year-old Riley as she gets to grips with new Emotions, including Anxiety, Embarrassment, Envy and Ennui, so expect plenty of chaos in headquarters!  

Boasting an impressive cast, Maya Hawke, Ayo Edibiri, Adèle Exarchopoulos and Paul Walter Hauser have lent their voices this time around, joining the likes of Amy Poehler and Phyllis Smith for a fun-filled ride. Meet the stars below…

Amy Poehler

Amy Poehler might be the definition of walking sunshine, so it’s hardly surprising that she leads the cast as Joy. Among her best-known roles, the actress and comedian has appeared in , , , and .

Tony Hale

With Bill Hader unable to reprise his role, Tony Hale is taking the reins as Fear. Among his ever-expansive list of credits, the A-lister made waves in and . No stranger to the world of voice acting, Tony famously voiced Forky in . 

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Phyllis Smith

Phyllis Smith is back as sadness. Internationally recognized for her role as Phyllis Vance in the US version of , you may also have spotted her in episodes of and . 

Lewis Black

Actor and stand-up comedian Lewis Black channels Anger. , and are among his impressive filmography.  

Liza Lapira

Mindy Kaling has passed the baton to Liza Lapira, with the actress playing Disgust in the sequel. She has previously featured in episodes of , , , , and . More recently, Liza landed the role of Melody "Mel" Bayani in on CBS. 

Maya Hawke

Maya Hawke is taking on the role of Anxiety. Busier than ever, the rising star is best known for playing Robin Buckley in . , , and are among her most recent films.

Ayo Edibiri

Ayo Edibiri is another one to watch. The actress, comedian, and television writer has penned material for the comedy series and . Among her voice roles, Ayo has also featured in and . These days, she’s best known for her critically acclaimed performance in . 

Adèle Exarchopoulos

French actress Adèle Exarchopoulos lends her voice to Ennui – a new emotion characterized by boredom. You may have spotted her in and . 

Paul Walter Hauser

Paul Walter Hauser is stepping into the role of Embarrassment. Recognized for his dark and gritty performances in and , the actor has also appeared in , and . 

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