The wait is over—Remy is back in the kitchen! Ratatouille 2 (2025) stirs up a flavorful sequel that’s as rich in heart as it is in haute cuisine. Years after putting Gusteau’s back on the map, Remy now faces his biggest challenge yet: opening the world’s first fine-dining restaurant run by both humans and rats. Set in the culinary capital of the world—Lyon, France—this sequel expands the universe beautifully, blending mouthwatering visuals with a heartfelt story about following your passion, even when the world says you don’t belong.

The story picks up as Remy and Linguini are invited to partner with a revolutionary new chef in Lyon, only to find themselves caught in a whirlwind of rivalries, media scandals, and a mysterious food critic known only as “Le Fantôme.” Remy must balance the loyalty to his colony with his ambition to change how the world sees rats—not as pests, but as partners. Alongside new rat characters like Camille, a spunky pastry genius, and Jacques, a skeptical old-school cook, Remy must once again prove that “anyone can cook”—no matter their species.

Visually, Ratatouille 2 is a feast. Pixar’s animation reaches new heights with hyper-realistic food prep sequences, lush French cityscapes, and expressive character animations that bring Remy’s world to life in incredible detail. The film’s score, once again infused with Parisian charm, elevates every moment—from chaotic kitchen montages to quiet emotional beats. What’s most impressive is how the sequel matures thematically, tackling identity, ambition, and acceptance with warmth and wit.

The voice cast returns in full force, with Patton Oswalt delivering another standout performance as Remy, full of charm, vulnerability, and quiet determination. The new characters are instantly lovable, and the emotional payoff is deeply satisfying, especially for fans of the original film.