Up and Monsters, Inc. director Pete Docter, through a "non-denial denial", hinted to MTV News recently that a sequel to Monsters, Inc. is being planned, writes Shawn Adler of the MTV Movies Blog (who consistently misspells Docter's last name as Doctor).He says: "When I followed up with Doctor about [the ideas for a sequel being considered] all he would say is "I can neither confirm nor deny". (And he did it in a nervous voice)."
Adler believes that "Doctor’s revelation... is a far cry from an actual announcement", or confirmation. Yeah, that's what people said back in February when Disney CEO Bob Iger said that it was "a relatively good bet" that there would be a Cars sequel. The film was officially announced to be in production exactly 2 months and 2 days after Iger made his comments.
So now it's "a relatively good bet" that there will at some point be a Monsters, Inc. 2 (Yay!). The big question should be when and who'll be directing. If it's Docter himself, then the film could be out no earlier than 2014/15. If it's another director (and Pixar seems to be more comfortable with switching directors these days) then possibly even earlier than that.
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The first one was so good, and the ending was so heart-felt with Sulley getting to see Boo again that a sequel should not be made. But, if PIXAR can think of a better story then I would like to see what they come with.
I love Monsters Inc...and while I've loved all the Pixar movies thus far, Monsters is probably my overall favorite and I do share some of your view Tyler.
But with that said...I've doubted Pixar only once...which was stupid of me. My apologies Pixar. I learned from that mistake seeing as how I absolutely loved Finding Nemo...so with that, and with each amazing film, I've learned to put 150% of my trust into Pixar. I'll be there on opening night.
I'm not doubting their abilities, but I'd rather they not do a Monster's Inc 2 - I'd LOVE to see it but I also like their original stuff.
The earliest this could come out is 2013 (2012 is all filled up)
It would be interesting to see Boo all grown up and what shenanigans the monsters and her get into.
Over the past few years, John Lasseter and company, have openly offered up their reluctance to produce sequels to some of their biggest hits.
However, after putting 'Toy story 3' into production, the idea of sequels may be back in play. Let's face it, they have created characters that are revered by people all over the planet....and to not see these characters again in new stories, seems almost sacrilegious. Imagine, a world without Jesse or Stinky Pete...even Al! Yes, they have to explore new ideas and produce new great films...but, in my opinion they have the ability to do both, without compromise.
For example, when Disney's "Circle Seven Studios" were working on 'Toy Story 3', 'Finding Nemo 2' and 'Monsters, Inc. 2', (before the purchase of Pixar), they were rumored to have an amazing, near "shooting draft", of 'Monsters, Inc. 2'. But, after the buyout, all of the projects were shelved, as to not interfere with the "smooth transition" of the Pixar purchase.
I've had the good fortune of reading part of the 'Monsters, Inc.' sequel...and I must say, it's amazing, seriously. I might add, I'm not alone in my high praise of the script. Shortly before the project was shut down, it was slipped to a few "high profile" feature animation directors...I've seen their "coverage" and it borders on ecstatic. Granted, the writer of 'Monsters, Inc 2', had an amazing launching-off point for the script, (the original film), but that's the point! Disney caught lighting in a bottle...yet, there it sits, flashing brightly as if to say..."make me"!
Some may recall that 'Toy Story 2' came from a script written for a direct-to-DVD release, (by non Pixar screenwriters). But, once Pixar began production, it became clear the project was surpassing everyone's expectations...thankfully, it was upgraded to a full theatrical, feature film. 'Toy Story 2' is now considered by many to be even better than the original, (a debate for another day). The path of TS2 was not traditional, yet, it was still able to fulfill its destiny, as a classic motion picture.
Don't you think it would be nice to side-step the "politics" of the business...and let the 'Monsters, Inc. 2' screenplay speak for itself? Can you imagine what the geniuses at Pixar could do with a project like this? Billy Crystal is quoted as saying, "I really hope they make a sequel, I love Mike Wazowski".
The first one was excellent, I hope to watch another excellen "Monster, Inc.".
I'm not sure how I feel about this, I loved the first one and would love to see a second but at the same time don't want to see that image get tarnished.
i fell in love with monsters inc. but what sucked was there wasnt a "good ending" because i wanted to see what happened when boo saw sulley. i hope they make a part two, but im wondering if it would meet my expectations. that movie melted my heart.
I Love Monsters Inc.!! My favorite Pixar Movie! My 2 1/2 yr old watches it over and over. its one of those heart filled movies you can't get enough of. I personally wouldnt make a sequel, but if one were to come out i would be the first one there. How about creating a 3D of the original and put it back in theaters? just a thought. A Monster Inc Fan! :)
I Love Monsters Inc.!! My favorite Pixar Movie! My 2 1/2 yr old watches it over and over. its one of those heart filled movies you can't get enough of. I personally wouldnt make a sequel, but if one were to come out i would be the first one there. How about creating a 3D of the original and put it back in theaters? just a thought. A Monster Inc Fan! :)
Pixar, please make another Monsters inc movie! That movie rocked and I loved it. And we all know you guys didn't end the movie right with the intension of making a second film. If, you don't make another Monsters inc movie, it ruins everything
my heart was racing when Sully opened that door and saw Boo, but i clashed when the movie ended. I love Pixar and they make the best movies so make the story line for Monsters Inc really good (like you always do) and I'll be there on the opening.
PIXAR MAKE A SEQUEL FOR MONSTERS INC!!!!!!
PIXAR MAKE A SEQUEL FOR MONSTERS INC!!!!!!
come on i love monsters inc. i thought the next year they would make monsters inc 2 but it didn't every year i would see if they made part 2 but it did not come PLEASE MAKE MONSTERS INC. 2.
i love this movie i think you should make a 2 movie just because it ended by him opening the door and not seen boo it would be intrestin to see what happens next.
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