‘The Secret Life Of Pets’ Sequel Goes Into Production

The Secret Life of Pets has hit $400 million at the worldwide box office with $300.3 million at the domestic box office and $103.5 million internationally, where it opened No. 1 in 18 markets to date. The film is just launching its run into 48 more territories, with China opening Tuesday.

Due to its success Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures have launched development on the sequel to The Secret Life of Pets. The release date is scheduled for July 13, 2018, reports MSN.

The sequel will be produced by Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri and his longtime collaborator Janet Healy.

The Secret Life of Pets is directed by Renaud and Yarrow Cheney and written by Lynch, Cinco Paul and Ken Daurio. Its voice cast includes Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Steve Coogan, Ellie Kemper, Bobby Moynihan, Lake Bell, Dana Carvey, Hannibal Buress, Jenny Slate and Albert Brooks.