Over three decades after its original release, a beloved Disney classic is reportedly getting a follow-up, and this time, the story will be led entirely by women. The long-awaited sequel comes 32 years after the first film captured audiences' hearts, marking a fresh and modern twist on the nostalgic sports classic. With an all-female main cast at its center, this is another reimagined franchise at the hands of Disney in the 21st century.
According to insider Daniel Richtman, Cool Runnings 2 is in development. It will center the story on an all-female bobsleigh team, putting a fresh spin on the beloved 1990s sports comedy. Cool Runnings 2 is just one of many sequels in the works at Disney, with more than seven other theatrical franchises set to continue.
Tron: Ares
2010's Tron: Legacy will finally get a sequel on October 10 with Tron: Ares, starring Morbius actor Jared Leto as a super-intelligent program created by Evan Peters' Julian Dillinger. Digital creation Ares will travel from the digital to the real world on a dangerous mission, prompting mankind's first encounter with A.I. beings.
The Princess Diaries 3
Anne Hathaway will return for The Princess Diaries 3, written by Flora Greeson and directed by Adele Lim. The Oscar-winning actress will once again star as Mia Thermopolis, the teen-turned-queen of the fictional kingdom of Genovia, who some speculate could have her own daughter in the threequel.
Lilo & Stitch 2
After Disney's live-action Lilo & Stitch grossed over $1 billion to become 2025's highest-earning Hollywood flick, it won't surprise anyone that a sequel is happening. Stitch co-creator and longtime voice actor Chris Sanders will write Lilo & Stitch 2, which is expected to tell an original story and not adapt the direct-to-video sequel.
Jungle Cruise 2
One of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's most underrated movies, Jungle Cruise, reportedly has a sequel in the works from writer Matthew Robinson. The 2021 fantasy-adventure was based on the Disneyland ride, Jungle Cruise, and paired Johnson off with A Quiet Place actress Emily Blunt.
Cruella 2
The Amazing Spider-Man actress Emma Stone made waves as Cruella de Vil in 101 Dalmatians' live-action prequel from director Craig Gillespie. Not much is known about Cruella 2, but Stone told Variety last year that the crime comedy follow-up is a "work in progress" and will hopefully happen "sooner rather than later."
Pirates of the Caribbean 6
Disney is working on Pirates of the Caribbean 6, but due to controversy surrounding his legal battle with ex-wife Amber Heard, it's unclear whether Johnny Depp will reprise Captain Jack Sparrow. The franchise is expected to carry on regardless, with a female-led spin-off having been in development at one point.
Sister Act 3
Over three decades after the last sequel, Sister Act 3 will resume Disney's musical comedy franchise starring Whoopi Goldberg as a nun coaching a school choir. After some time in development, Goldberg confirmed to Variety in March that Sister Act 3's script is done and they are "hoping it'll happen sometime this year."
Cool Runnings 2
Of course, Cool Runnings 2 is the latest addition to Disney's upcoming sequels slate, set to follow up on the iconic '90s bobsledding sports comedy. Released in 1993, Cool Runnings was a feel-good hit loosely inspired by the real-life debut of the Jamaican national bobsleigh team at the 1988 Winter Olympics.
Directed by Jon Turteltaub, the film starred Leon, Doug E. Doug, Rawle D. Lewis, Malik Yoba, and the late John Candy. The story followed a rag-tag group of Jamaican athletes, led by sprinter Derice Bannock (Leon), as they defied the odds to compete on the icy tracks of Calgary, earning global admiration despite finishing without a medal.
For Cool Runnings 2, the choice to focus on an all-female bobsleigh team hints at a modern reimagining that could introduce a new generation to the franchise. At this time, there's no evidence that it would be based on any real-life events or team, but that could always change on the run-up to production and release.
There's a possibility that this draws parallels to 2016's female-led Ghostbusters reboot, which reimagined the universe instead of building on the originals.
If the project moves forward, it would mark the first time audiences return to the world of Cool Runnings in over 30 years, this time, with a brand-new team (presumably) chasing Olympic glory.
Read more about the three other Disney sequels that have reportedly been shelved.
Are Disney Remakes in Trouble?
With the news of Cool Runnings 2 hitting development, it’s worth taking a closer look at the current state of Disney remakes, and the picture is mixed.
While some live-action updates flopped, others were massive hits. Snow White struggled at the box office in 2025, marking a rare misstep, whereas Lilo & Stitch became the biggest movie of the year so far, with a sequel already greenlit. The upcoming Moana remake also shows strong potential to succeed.
Disney remakes were generally more reliable hits in the late 2010s, but the 2020s have proven to be a bit of a roller coaster.
Compared to some of these high-profile projects, a Cool Runnings remake carries relatively low stakes. It could even land as a Disney+ release, giving it a more flexible platform and a zero chance of bombing at the box office.
