“This series has the worst luck ever”: Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose’ Faces an Annoying Fate Yet Again Thanks to Inside Out 2
- Pixar's ‘Win or Lose’ series has been delayed to February 2025, initially set for December 2024.
- It’s Pixar’s first ever long-form series, which tells the story of a middle school softball team.
- It looks like Disney first wanted to cash in on the success of ‘Inside Out 2,’ released in June.
Pixar usually brings the magic with their movies—adorable toys and talking cars, you know? But sometimes, luck just isn’t on their side. Enter Win or Lose, their first long-form series. It was supposed to drop this December, and fans were super excited for it.
But wait! Now it’s been pushed to February 19, 2025. Total bummer! The series is about a co-ed middle school softball team called the Pickles. Its story dives into the lives of the players and their parents as they prep for a championship game. Each episode gives us a peek through different characters’ eyes.
Pixar’s past work has always made us laugh and cry, and Win or Lose promises to do just that. Yet Disney’s got other plans—they’re banking on the hype of Inside Out 2, which dropped earlier this year on June 14, 2024. It’s like a double feature, but not the kind we wanted!
Pixar’s Long-Form Series Win or Lose Faces Delay Yet Again
So, what’s up with this delay? Well, Pixar’s scheduling is kind of like dodgeball—sometimes you get hit, and sometimes you dodge! Win or Lose was first announced at Disney’s Investor Day in 2020, and fans were totally hyped. But it has been delayed twice since.
The excitement peaked when a teaser dropped at the D23 Expo, featuring a star-studded cast with Will Forte and Rosa Salazar. Sounds awesome, right? But then things went sideways. Disney released its December lineup, and Win or Lose was nowhere to be found.
Fans started scratching their heads. What gives? The rumor mill began spinning, and soon it was confirmed: the series is delayed until 2025. The delay felt like a tough inning for fans. Check out some fan reactions:
As a cherry on top, Pixar recently showcased a full episode at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival. Attendees raved about it, calling it a classic Pixar tale full of heart. But alas, we’ll have to wait longer to see what makes it so special.
Inside Out 2 is the Unexpected Star of Disney’s Showbiz Lineup
While Win or Lose sits on the bench, Inside Out 2 was all ready to steal the show. The sequel to the beloved original was slated for June 14, 2024. And you know what that means—Disney wanted all eyes on this film first.
The focus was (and still is) on the emotions we all know and love, and Disney is cashing in on this nostalgia to draw viewers in. No doubt, Inside Out 2 has already generated a lot of hype, and it is clear Disney’s riding that hype train hard.
According to Box Office Mojo, the film raked in a crazy $1.68 billion—like, wow! That makes it the top animated flick ever. But let’s be real, Pixar’s been on a bit of a rollercoaster lately. Films like Turning Red and Luca kinda flopped with audiences, so it’s nice to see them bounce back.
With Inside Out 2 crushing it, Pixar’s probably hoping the buzz will get people to notice Win or Lose, which has been MIA. After all, Pixar is known for its storytelling magic. If Win or Lose can connect with viewers, it might just hit a home run when it finally shows up. Fingers crossed that the delay pays off!
Win or Lose is now set to release on February 19, 2025. Inside Out 2 will be available to watch on Disney+ from September 25 and is currently available to rent on Apple TV.
