Pixar’s Win or Lose, an original eight-episode animated series, is finally set to premiere on Disney+ on February 19, 2025. Announced during Disney’s Investor Day in 2020, the series was initially expected in 2023, but the release date has since been updated. Fans can now look forward to this highly anticipated series in early 2025.
Watch the Win or Lose Trailer Here
What is Win or Lose About?
Win or Lose marks Pixar’s first long-form original animated series. The show is a lighthearted yet thoughtful exploration of the challenges, rivalry, and personal growth experienced by a middle school softball team, the Pickles, as they prepare for a championship at the end of the week. Each episode offers a unique perspective, focusing on different characters—team members, their parents, and their coach—as they navigate the ups and downs of the week leading up to the game.
Key Plot Highlights:
- Coach Dan, voiced by Will Forte, is the lovable yet somewhat flawed coach guiding the team through their trials.
- The series explores the different perspectives of each character, shedding light on how individual experiences and emotions influence their understanding of the events surrounding the game.
- The first episode, titled Vanessa: The Cool Mom, offers a glimpse into the life of a single mom navigating her challenges, as presented at the 2023 Annecy International Film Festival.
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The Inspiration for Win or Lose
The concept for Win or Lose was born from the creative discussions between Carrie Hobson and Michael Yates, two of the show’s executive producers and directors, who previously worked on Toy Story 4. Their differing perspectives during team meetings sparked the idea of a series that explores multiple viewpoints on the same event, showing how personal backgrounds and experiences shape each individual’s interpretation of the world.
The show delves into the idea that life is often not as straightforward as it seems—what might appear as a simple event can be understood and experienced very differently by different people.
Meet the Voice Cast:
- Will Forte as Coach Dan
- Milan Ray as Rochelle
- Rosa Salazar as Vanessa
- Ian Chen and others.
Expected Themes and Tone
With a mix of humor, drama, and heartfelt moments, Win or Lose promises to be an emotional journey. Audiences can expect a series that’s both entertaining and thought-provoking, with a unique blend of comedy and real-world challenges. Early reactions to the series, particularly to the first episode, have been overwhelmingly positive, promising a compelling addition to Disney+.
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When Can You Watch?
Mark your calendars for February 19, 2025, as Win or Lose will premiere on Disney+ and will be available for streaming worldwide. It promises to be an unforgettable, fun, and heartfelt ride that will appeal to viewers of all ages.
