Dream Productions is Disney and Pixar’s latest venture, an interquel bridging the gap between the two Inside Out films. Released in 2015, the original Inside Out revolutionized storytelling in animation, crafting a deeply relatable emotional journey that resonated with audiences worldwide.
So, it would only make sense for the production companies to capitalize on sequels and interquels, but has it paid off? Dream Productions is a 4-part mini-series that serves as a fun stress buster, but we’re not too certain if it offers as much as the movies did. More of that will be explored in this review, so make sure you stick around!
A Glimpse Into Riley’s Dream
Dream Productions kicks off with a captivating first episode, where we delve into young Riley’s dream of letting go of her beloved pacifier, “Paci.” This dream is brought to life by a team of behind-the-scenes characters, mirroring the dynamics of Riley’s emotions. While prior knowledge of the Inside Out films enhances the experience, it’s not necessary to enjoy this charming new series.

We quickly skip to 9 years later, where things are a little different in young Riley’s life, and we’re welcomed by her emotions, who also introduce themselves (for all the newbies around!). Apart from Riley, one of the main characters in this series is Paula Persimmon, aka the director of Riley’s dreams, and turns out, dreams aren’t so random after all.
Here’s the thing about Dream Productions: it is fun and often entertaining, but it doesn’t quite have the depth that Inside Out movies had, and that appears to be a missing element because you will find yourself looking forward to it.
With only 4 episodes, each around 20 minutes long, the series barely scratches the surface, leaving it challenging to build the momentum needed to achieve meaningful emotional depth.

You know how Big Mouth was a roaring success, but its spin-off series Human Resources…not so much? The same can be said about Inside Out and Dream Productions.
The animation is much like any other Pixar project, there are plenty of laughs, familiar voices, and of course, the beloved Riley, and yet, it isn’t enough to make this series a success story.
Dreams are a very profound subject, in animation and otherwise, and while this latest series offered an amusing spin on it, Disney and Pixar should have let it run a little longer than 4 episodes. Nevertheless, Dream Productions is an enjoyable ride, and those who have adored Riley will love this series too!

Conclusion
Dream Productions feels like a sweet Christmas present from Pixar and Disney to the fans, and on some level, it truly works wonders. P.S. This series will make you want to rewatch both the Inside Out movies!