That red streak isnt Rileys experimentation with her identity, but her erasure of it.

Her usual blonde hair acts as the conclusion to all of Rileys emotional arcs.

Rileys journey inInside Out 2concludes with a new sense of self that comes with a new sense of security.

Inside Out 2 Poster Showing Joy and the Other Emotions Squished Together

Her blonde hair returning signifies Riley has found a way to stay true to herself.

Custom image of Riley from Inside Out 2

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Riley, Fear, Joy, Anger, Disgust, Embarrassment, and Sadness in Inside Out 2.

Inside Out 2 is the sequel to the 2015 original film, which starred a young girl named Riley with a head full of emotions. - literally. With Amy Pohler as Joy, Bill Hader as fear, Mindy Kaling as Disgust, Phyllis Smith as Sadness, and Lewis Black as Anger, the all-star cast brought to life the emotions that adolescents face as they grow, change, and adapt to new situations. This sequel, currently in development, will bring Amy Pohler back as Joy, with Riley, now a teenager.

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