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“Encanto” Is a Certified Hit — So Will There Be a Sequel? Here Are the Chances.

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"Encanto" Is a Certified Hit — So Will There Be a Sequel? Here Are the Chances.

ENCANTO, from left: Mirabel Madrigal (voice: Stephanie Beatriz), Bruno (voice: John Leguizamo), 2021.  Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures / courtesy Everett Collection

We would not have the ability to speak about Bruno, however we will definitely speak about the opportunity of an “Encanto” sequel. Disney’s sixtieth animated characteristic, “Encanto” is at present taking the world by storm. With the film’s fame and recognition hitting an all-time excessive because of its licensed Billboard Scorching 100 hit, “We Do not Speak About Bruno,” followers can not help however marvel if there shall be a sequel.

The movie follows the Madrigal household, who stay in Colombia and have been blessed with a novel present, because of their magical home and a candle that seemingly protects their miracle. Properly, all of them have a present besides Mirabel (Stephanie Beatriz), who inexplicably did not get one when she got here of age. Nonetheless, regardless of her lack of magical powers, Mirabel is the household’s final hope when she discovers that their magic is at risk.

“Encanto” hit theaters and Disney+ on Nov. 24, 2021. With the soundtrack reaching No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and the film’s track “We Do not Speak About Bruno” turning into probably the most streamed track on Spotify (thanks partly to TikTok), it is possible that followers will need one other story concerning the Madrigals.

Whereas nothing a few sequel has been introduced, Disney hasn’t shied away from sequels prior to now — particularly in terms of movies that make them some huge cash, comparable to 2013’s “Frozen” and the quite a few Toy Story motion pictures. “Encanto” earned $40.6 million domestically in its opening weekend alone. With the film solely out for 2 months, it is too early to inform whether or not or not there shall be an “Encanto 2” — however hopes are excessive and the chances are countless.

With the DVD launch slated for Feb. 8, the cash introduced in by the film will solely improve, which can give Disney the motivation to proceed the story sooner quite than later. The one query is what a sequel could be about — would it not clarify as soon as and for all whether or not Mirabel has a magical present? Or would it not be extra of a prequel movie, like “Monster’s College,” and dive into the triplets’ (Mirabel’s mother, aunt, and uncle) powers as kids? Solely time will inform. For now, we’ll be taking part in the “Encanto” soundtrack on repeat!