Disney's $823M Fantasy Epic With A Sequel On The Way Crosses Massive Streaming Milestone

Published Nov 12, 2026, 9:33 AM EST

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Disney's fantasy epic that made $823 million at the box office and has a sequel in development has officially crossed a massive streaming milestone. Disney's fantasy movies are often relegated to the world of animation, with plenty of high-profile stories that have made massive amounts of money at the box office. This includes both Frozen movies, the Moana films, and 2021's Encanto, which each have very different approaches to their respective worlds. But there's also Pixar, which reigns supreme with some of its massively successful fantasy films.

One of its biggest success stories over the last decade has been Coco. The 2017 animated musical fantasy movie follows a 12-year-old boy named Miguel in Mexico, who accidentally finds himself in the Land of the Dead after sneaking into a mausoleum and strumming his musical idol's old guitar. He ends up crossing paths with the spirit of his great-great-grandfather, attempting to get his help in order to return to the world of the living, while also trying to reverse a familial ban on music instilled when he was young.

Coco Is Strumming His Way Up Disney+'s Charts

Now, nine years after the movie was first released in theaters, Coco has returned to the public consciousness thanks to its latest milestone on streaming. According to data from November 12, 2026, Coco has crossed 50 days on Disney+ in the United States. The Pixar movie currently sits at Number 9 on the platform in the US, while also retaining a Number 5 spot worldwide. It's clear that, even long after the movie was originally released, the film still resonates with a wide audience around the world.

It's not too surprising, either, considering reviews for Coco have been overwhelmingly positive from both critics and audiences alike. Its critical acclaim stems from the movie's beautiful animation, strong voice acting, catchy music, and an emotional story about family that resonates with audiences of all ages. The film also has a clear, deep respect for Mexican culture that comes out in its story. These elements have aided in its success, and have justified why it's becoming Pixar's next franchise.

What We Know About The Sequel

In March 2025, Disney's then-CEO Bob Iger confirmed that Coco 2 was in development. It was later confirmed the movie will be released on November 21, 2029, 12 years after the first movie came out. While no plot details have been confirmed as of writing, it has been reported that Benjamin Bratt will be reprising his role as Ernesto, Miguel's idol whom he meets in the Land of the Dead. Even without any aspect of the story getting confirmed, the movie already sounds like a promising follow-up.

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Since Coco is still doing well on streaming almost a decade after its theatrical release, it seems like the movie has what it takes to remain popular until the sequel arrives. The film has retained a major streak in the US and a massive presence around the world, confirming there's always going to be an audience for it. And, when it comes to the Pixar film's quality, that audience is tapped in on what makes the movie such an important part of its history.