Mattel Studios Boss Says "We All Want To See The Barbie Sequel" But Timing Remains Unclear
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β’Sun, 13 Sep 2026 19:31:12 +0000
π° What Happened
Mattel Studios boss Robbie Brenner says everyone wants a Barbie sequel, but the timing is not settled. She spoke at a Toronto Film Festival event.
'We all want to see the Barbie sequel. I want to see it too,' she said. She added that at some point there probably will be one.
For now, Mattel is focused on an animated Barbie movie being made with Chris Meledandri. The company will keep making other Barbie projects as well.
π The Backstory
Brenner produced the 2023 live-action Barbie, which starred Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling and made $1.4 billion. It was directed by Greta Gerwig.
A New York Times article in July said Warner Bros has until December to close a deal with Robbie, Gosling and Gerwig. If no sequel enters active development by then, the rights go back to Mattel.
Brenner said Gerwig won the job with one idea: the story would live 'in between a high heel and a Birkenstock'. She said the film put Mattel on the map.
π― Why It Matters
Barbie is worth billions in toys and films. Whether a sequel happens decides what Barbie looks like on screens for years to come.
Mattel Studios boss Robbie Brenner says everyone wants a Barbie sequel, but the timing is not settled. She spoke at a Toronto Film Festival event.
'We all want to see the Barbie sequel. I want to see it too,' she said. She added that at some point there probably will be one.
For now, Mattel is focused on an animated Barbie movie being made with Chris Meledandri. The company will keep making other Barbie projects as well.
Brenner produced the 2023 live-action Barbie, which starred Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling and made $1.4 billion. It was directed by Greta Gerwig.
A New York Times article in July said Warner Bros has until December to close a deal with Robbie, Gosling and Gerwig. If no sequel enters active development by then, the rights go back to Mattel.
Brenner said Gerwig won the job with one idea: the story would live 'in between a high heel and a Birkenstock'. She said the film put Mattel on the map.
Barbie is worth billions in toys and films. Whether a sequel happens decides what Barbie looks like on screens for years to come.