There is no official confirmation or credible details about a movie titled Rango 2: Return of Jake releasing in 2025. However, discussions about a sequel to the 2011 animated hit Rango have persisted for years. The original Rango, directed by Gore Verbinski and starring Johnny Depp as the voice of the titular chameleon, was a critical and commercial success.
With a production budget of $135 million, the film grossed over $245 million worldwide and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Despite its success, a sequel has not been officially greenlit. Some sources speculate that a potential sequel, tentatively titled Rango 2, could explore new adventures in the quirky desert town of Dirt, possibly featuring the return of iconic characters like Rattlesnake Jake. Rumors about a 2025 release and a budget allocation for advanced animation and marketing have circulated online, but these claims lack verification.
Official reports suggest that if a sequel were to happen, it would require a significant investment, likely exceeding $150 million, to match the original’s groundbreaking animation and storytelling. While fan-made trailers and concepts have fueled excitement, Paramount Pictures and Nickelodeon Movies have not announced any concrete plans for a follow-up. For now, Rango remains a standalone classic, celebrated for its unique blend of humor, Western charm, and innovative animation.
