Pixar's globally acclaimed masterpiece Inside Out 2, which shattered box office records to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time worldwide, is officially heading to Japanese television. The feature will make its broadcast debut on Nippon TV's prestigious 'Friday Roadshow' programming block on October 16, 2026, bringing Riley's chaotic internal world back to screens nationwide.
Directed by Kelsey Mann, the sequel shifts its narrative focus to the turbulent waters of adolescence. As Riley prepares for high school, her long-standing core emotions—Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust—find themselves abruptly sharing headquarters with a wave of brand-new, complex internal states led by Anxiety, Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment. The resulting emotional gridlock threatens to overwrite Riley's core sense of self, driving a deeply relatable narrative that resonated profoundly with audiences of all ages.
Japanese Voice Cast & Production Staff
The upcoming television broadcast will showcase the acclaimed Japanese dub cast, featuring Ami Koshimizu as Joy taking over the mantle, Shinobu Otake returning as Sadness, and Mikako Taneike voicing the frantic Anxiety. They are joined by Hana Kana as Envy, Maaya Sakamoto as Ennui, and Murakami of Magical Lovely as Embarrassment.
Behind the camera, the production was steered by director and co-writer Kelsey Mann, working alongside producer Mark Nielsen and executive producers Pete Docter, Jonas Rivera, and Dan Scanlon. The screenplay was crafted by Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein, complemented by an evocative musical score composed by Andrea Datzman.
Featured Characters & Trailer
The broadcast event also highlights the expanded roster of internal personas, from the eternally optimistic Joy to the hyper-vigilant Anxiety, offering viewers another chance to experience one of Pixar's most psychologically rich and visually inventive modern chapters.
