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This chapter discusses Pixar's 'Inside Out 2,' which achieved over $1.6 billion in box office revenue, and examines the evolving dynamics of animated films in relation to theatrical releases and streaming. It also addresses the challenges of the recent summer box office and critiques Edgar Bronfman's short-lived role at Paramount amidst organizational chaos.

Kim Masters and Matt Belloni banter about the summer box office, noting that it started with a whimper but is ending with a bang thanks to a sequel and two superheroes. Edgar Bronfman Jr. has withdrawn his bid for Paramount, and as the Venice Film Festival kicks off, Italy's increasingly right-wing government is courting Hollywood productions.

Additionally, Meg LeFauve and Dave Holstein, the writers of the Pixar megahit Inside Out 2, join Kim Masters to discuss the importance of putting animated movies in theaters instead of only on streaming platforms — as former Disney CEO Bob Chapek did during his tenure. They also address whether the culture at Pixar has changed since John Lasseter’s 2018 departure amid misconduct allegations.