Barbie sequel officially begins production—are you excited or over it?

In mid-July 2023, the film Barbie debuted and experienced remarkable success, grossing $162 million during its opening weekend alone. With a total domestic box office of $636.2 million and a worldwide gross of $1.4 billion, the movie's triumph indicated the possibility of a sequel was highly anticipated. However, writers Greta Gerwig and Noah Baumbach were initially hesitant to pursue a follow-up film despite its success. Gerwig emphasized her approach by stating that she prioritizes emotional authenticity in her work and that it takes time to find the right story elements. Yet, by March 2024, it seemed that the writing couple had identified a compelling concept for the sequel, as indicated by recent reports. Nevertheless, both Warner Bros. and representatives for Gerwig and Baumbach cast doubt on these claims regarding the current status of the sequel's development. It was noted that while discussions are occurring, significant time may still pass before writing for the sequel commences, as Baumbach is currently engaged in post-production work on a separate untitled Netflix film featuring notable actors such as Adam Sandler and Laura Dern. Meanwhile, Gerwig is also occupied with a Netflix adaptation of the Chronicles of Narnia. Even though writing for the Barbie sequel may not begin until Baumbach completes his projects, sources suggest that once he begins, he and Gerwig will collaborate by alternating drafts of the script. Historically, Gerwig has expressed reservations about sharing ideas too early in the writing process to avoid stifling creativity. While it is highly likely that Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling will reprise their roles as Barbie and Ken, details regarding the return of the supporting cast remain uncertain. The original film featured a diverse ensemble, including America Ferrera, Kate McKinnon, and Simu Liu, among others.