Brave 2 (2025): A New Legend Rises Where Courage Meets Destiny

A queen’s courage will light the way, but a daughter’s spirit will lead them both.  

Brave 2 (2025) marks the triumphant return to the mystical highlands of Scotland, where the echoes of ancient legends awaken a new generation of bravery. Directed by Domee Shi and produced by Pixar, this long-anticipated sequel reintroduces Princess Merida—now older, wiser, and facing challenges that no arrow can fix. The film blends Celtic folklore, emotional storytelling, and Pixar's signature heart, creating an epic that stands tall next to its predecessor.

Set nearly a decade after the events of the first film, Brave 2 follows Queen Merida as she navigates her new role not just as a leader, but as a mother to a fiery young daughter, Isla, who has inherited both her mother’s wild spirit and rebellious nature. When an ancient magical relic is unearthed in the ruins of an old kingdom, strange storms and shadowy beasts begin to plague the land. As tensions rise among rival clans, Merida must journey once more into the unknown—this time with Isla beside her.

At its heart, the film is about generational courage. As Merida wrestles with what kind of queen—and mother—she wants to be, Isla yearns to prove herself in a world that sees her as a child. Their bond is tested by prophecy, pride, and the haunting mistakes of the past. Along the way, familiar characters return—including the mischievous triplets and the mysterious witch—while new allies from forgotten tribes add layers of lore and intrigue.

Visually, Brave 2 is a feast. Sweeping landscapes, storm-lit forests, and mystical dreamscapes are animated with lush detail and a deeper, darker color palette. The film’s score, composed by Bear McCreary, combines Gaelic instruments with sweeping orchestral themes, perfectly echoing the emotional and magical stakes.

Brave 2 (2025) doesn’t just revive a beloved heroine—it expands her legend. It’s a powerful story about legacy, love, and the kind of bravery that doesn’t roar—but endures.