Everything We Know About Cruella 2 So Far

Disney fans, get ready! Cruella 2, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2021 live-action Cruella, is officially in development. Emma Stone is set to reprise her role as the iconic and stylish villain, Cruella de Vil. Here’s everything we know so far about the upcoming film.

Emma Stone Confirms ‘Cruella 2’ Is in Progress

During the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Emma Stone shared an exciting update on Cruella 2, revealing that the script is still a work in progress, but filming will begin “hopefully sooner rather than later.”

When asked about returning as the rebellious fashion icon, Stone said:
“It’s a blast. She’s a blast. So yeah, we’ll see. It’s a work in progress.”

That means we’re getting closer to seeing Cruella back in action!

Who’s Returning for Cruella 2?

So far, here’s who we expect to return:
✅ Emma Stone as Cruella de Vil
✅ Director Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya, Cruella)
✅ Screenwriter Tony McNamara (The Favourite, Cruella)

While Disney has yet to confirm the full cast, we might see:

• Joel Fry as Jasper
• Paul Walter Hauser as Horace
• Emma Thompson as Baroness Von Hellman (if her character makes a comeback)

What Could Cruella 2 Be About?

The first Cruella told the origin story of Estella, a talented young designer who transforms into Cruella de Vil in 1970s London. The sequel could take her story in multiple directions:

Cruella’s Rise in the Fashion World – Now that she owns Hellman Hall, will she dominate the industry or create more chaos?
Ties to 101 Dalmatians – Will we see a bigger role for Roger and Anita, leading into the classic Disney story?
New Villains & Challenges – Could another fashion rival or powerful enemy emerge to challenge Cruella’s reign?

A Box Office Hit Worth Expanding

Cruella was a massive success, earning $220 million worldwide and becoming a fan-favorite villain origin story. With Disney investing in the sequel, they’re clearly confident that audiences want more of this punk-rock, high-fashion world.

When Will Cruella 2 Be Released?

There’s no official release date yet, but with pre-production underway, we expect Cruella 2 to hit theaters in 2025 or 2026.