Will there be a Barbie 2? Everything we know

Will there be a second Barbie movie? Here is all the information we have on a potential sequel to the most popular film of 2023.

Barbie surpassed all expectations as the highly anticipated film, directed by Greta Gerwig and featuring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, showcased the iconic doll’s journey in the real world. From navigating the Mattel company to redefining girlhood, the movie also includes the presence of Ken.

Despite appearing to be a standalone summer hit, anything is still possible in the ever-changing world of Hollywood. With that said, is a follow-up to the Barbie movie in the works? The details are as follows.

Margot Robbie as Barbie — Warner Bros. Pictures

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Will there be a Barbie 2? Margot Robbie on sequel plans

Ynon Kreiz, the CEO of Mattel, expresses optimism about the potential franchise’s future in an interview with Time magazine. He enthusiastically discusses the possibility of creating “more Barbie movies”with the magazine.

Margot Robbie, who holds both the roles of producer and lead actress in the movie, remains uncertain about fully committing at this point. She has discussed the possibility, but has not taken any further steps.

According to Robbie, as quoted in Time, the possibilities are endless from this point on. However, attempting to plan for future sequels while also setting up the first movie can be limiting.

Director Greta Gerwig: No Plans for a Sequel

Despite Margot Robbie being the face of Barbie, director Greta Gerwig was the one who brought the character to life behind the scenes. Her directorial skills were highly praised by many.

During an interview with Movieweb, Gerwig dismissed the notion that she is eager to come back for a sequel to Barbie and expressed her desire for another director to take on the project.

“I long for the opportunity to pursue another grand, innovative concept that involves a skilled director, a generous budget, and the backing of a major corporation. It is my desire to engage in such an endeavor.”

Currently occupied with the Narnia reboot, Gerwig’s involvement in a potential Barbie sequel would require fans to exercise patience, as they may have to wait a couple of years.

Could Barbie Be Included in a Mattel Shared Universe?

There is no doubt that Ynon Kreiz has ambitious plans for his products. In fact, he established Mattel Films as a division of the company with the purpose of creating films inspired by a range of toys.

Currently in development is a film adaptation of Rock ‘Em Sock ‘Em starring Vin Diesel, as well as a Hot Wheels movie produced by JJ Abrams. Additionally, Daniel Kaluuya is working on a Barney film that could potentially be connected to a shared universe with Barbie.

“According to Kreiz in an interview with Time, our goal is to produce movies that become cultural phenomena. By sparking the interest of talented filmmakers such as Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach and giving them creative freedom, we believe we can make a significant impact.”