The One and Only Ivan doesn't blatantly set up a sequel, but the inclusion of Bob is telling given that he's the focus of Applegate's 2020 book The One and Only Bob. It's certainly possible that Disney could make both The Only and Only Ivan 2 and a movie adaptation of The One and Only Bob, but it seems that the gorilla's life story sets up a new canine-themed adventure. The gorilla learns how to paint, mall patrons demand his release, and Ivan then gets transferred to an American zoo where he roams free with other members of the animal kingdom. The real Ivan apparently had troubling bonding with other gorillas after his mall transfer, but then acclimated to Zoo Atlanta over 18 years before passing away in 2012 at age 50.Ī post-movie moment in the Disney+ film reveals that Bob was adopted by George and Julia, whom bring the dog along for a trip to see Ivan. The One and Only Ivan's conclusion aligns with what happened in real life. The One and Only Ivan was released in August 2020. When one of Ivan's friends passes away and a new mall attraction arrives, the collective group of animals plan their escape. Ramón Rodríguez provides a supporting performance as an employee named George, whose daughter Julia forms a connection with the Big Top Mall animals. Still, Ivan tries his best to entertain curious patrons, and converses with various pals behind the scenes, including an elephant named Stella (Angelina Jolie), a poodle named Snickers (Helen Mirren), and a wise-talkin' stray dog known as Bob ( Danny DeVito). The main attraction has long been the silverback gorilla Ivan ( Sam Rockwell), but Father Time has naturally affected the animal's demeanor. In The One and Only Ivan, a mall owner named Mack (Bryan Cranston) pays the bills by showcasing his animal kingdom friends. Wisecracking Bob, who is a little bit Chihuahua among other things, now lives with his girl, Julia, and her parents. The One and Only Ivan works as a standalone film, but there's a strong possibility that a sequel will be produced for Disney+. THE ONE AND ONLY BOB by Katherine Applegate illustrated by Patricia Castelao RELEASE DATE: Tiny, sassy Bob the dog, friend of The One and Only Ivan (2012), returns to tell his tale.

The One and Only Ivan has mostly received positive reviews, so will Disney greenlight The One and Only Ivan 2? The fantasy film is based on a real-life gorilla, and the story was adapted by screenwriter Mike White from K.A.

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