β¨ Tagline: βEvery empire is built on obsession. Every queen defends her throne.β
The worldβs most fashionably wicked villainess is back β sharper, bolder, and more dangerously glamorous than ever. In Disneyβs Cruella 2, Emma Stone once again commands the screen as Cruella de Vil, a woman who thrives on chaos, creativity, and the intoxicating taste of rebellion.
πΉ The Story
After the explosive finale of the first film, Cruella has fully embraced her destiny as Londonβs reigning fashion queen. Her bold designs and unapologetic persona have catapulted her into international fame, cementing her status as both muse and menace. But fame has a price, and in the cutthroat world of haute couture, every crown comes with challengers.
When her radical new line attracts the attention of a powerful global fashion mogul (Mark Strong) whose secrets are darker than Cruellaβs own, she is drawn into a brutal game of style, strategy, and survival. As enemies from the past reemerge to settle old scores, Cruella must fight to protect not just her empire β but her freedom.
By her side are her loyal partners Jasper (Joel Fry) and Horace (Paul Walter Hauser), offering both comic relief and unshakable loyalty. Meanwhile, Anita Darling (Kirby Howell-Baptiste), now a rising journalist, begins to question whether her old friend has gone too far β and whether the crown Cruella clings to is worth the cost. And as whispers of her infamous obsession with spotted dogs grow louder, the line between legend, madness, and truth begins to blur.
π Why It Stands Out
Cruella 2 is more than a sequel β itβs a darker, grander evolution of the character, blending high-stakes drama with razor-sharp style. With Emma Stoneβs electrifying performance anchoring the story, the film leans into the themes of obsession, betrayal, and the perilous cost of ambition.
From lavish runway sequences in Paris and London to sinister backroom deals that shape the industry, the film immerses viewers in a world where fashion is war β and only the most ruthless survive. The tension is heightened by the return of Emma Thompsonβs formidable Baroness von Hellman, ensuring sparks will fly in the fiercest of rivalries.
π Verdict
Cruella 2 (2025) is a deliciously twisted tale of power, passion, and revenge. With its intoxicating blend of couture and chaos, it reminds audiences why Cruella remains one of Disneyβs most unforgettable anti-heroines. This isnβt just about fashion β itβs about empire, legacy, and the cost of defending a throne built on obsession.
π In Theaters: December 2025