Pixar will return to the Land of the Dead in 2029 with Coco 2. New D23 concept art depicts Miguel traveling through the glowing city again.
We are officially returning to the Land of the Dead in 2029 with Coco 2.
— Pixar (@Pixar) August 14, 2026
Benjamin Bratt Returns as Ernesto de la Cruz
Benjamin Bratt will reprise his role as Ernesto de la Cruz.
Remember me? Benjamin Bratt will reprise his role as Ernesto de la Cruz in Coco 2.
— Pixar (@Pixar) August 14, 2026
The first film exposed the celebrated musician as the man who murdered Miguel's great-great-grandfather Héctor and stole his songs. Pixar has not said how Ernesto returns or identified the sequel's directors and additional cast.
Sources: Pixar's 2029 announcement and concept art and Pixar's Benjamin Bratt announcement.