Main Cast and Character Roles
The animated film Sing 2 features a large ensemble of voice actors led by Matthew McConaughey as Buster Moon, Reese Witherspoon as Rosita, and Seth MacFarlane as Mike. New additions to the cast include Pharrell Williams, who voices the character Klaus Kickenklober, and Bono, who portrays the tough rock star Clay Calloway. The sequel was produced by Illumination, the studio behind the first Sing movie, and distributed by Universal Pictures. Illumination is a subsidiary of NBCUniversal, which is part of Comcast, as detailed on the company's official site Comcast.
Other returning voice actors include Tori Kelly as Meena, Nick Kroll as Gunter, and Garth Jennings as Miss Crawly. The casting process focused on matching each actor's vocal tone and comedic or musical strengths to the specific animated characters. Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri oversaw the production, with the film's music supervised by Garth Jennings and Christophe Lourdelet. The project was greenlit after the first Sing earned over $634 million worldwide, according to public box office data Box Office Mojo.
New and Supporting Voice Performers
Pharrell Williams joined the cast as the ballet instructor Klaus Kickenklober, bringing a rhythmic vocal style that matched the character's precise dance movements. Bono, the lead singer of U2, voiced Clay Calloway, a reclusive rock legend who is convinced to return to the stage. The casting of Bono was confirmed by Illumination in official press materials, highlighting his connection to rock music and live performance Forbes.
Additional supporting voice actors include Haneefah Wood as Crystal, a gorilla street racer, and Chelsea Peretti as Linda, a porcupine rock fan. The studio also cast actors for the background ensemble, including dancers, backup singers, and stage crew characters that populate the fictional Redshore City. The animators at Illumination worked closely with the voice actors to align facial expressions and mouth movements with the recorded dialogue sessions.
Production and Release Details
Sing 2 was directed by Garth Jennings and Christophe Lourdelet, with screenplay contributions by Garth Jennings and Matthew McConaughey's long-time collaborator. The voice recording sessions took place across multiple studios in the United States, with actors often recording together in shared sessions to capture natural group dynamics. The film's animation was handled by Illumination Mac Guff, the Paris-based studio that also worked on the first Sing and the Despicable Me franchise.
The movie premiered theatrically in December 2021 and was later made available on streaming platforms and physical media through Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. The home entertainment release included bonus features such as behind-the-scenes interviews with the voice cast and animators. Illumination's parent company structure and distribution partnerships are publicly documented in filings and corporate pages SEC.
Voice Actor Backgrounds
Matthew McConaughey, a known music enthusiast, reprised his role as Buster Moon, the optimistic theater owner. Reese Witherspoon returned as Rosita, a mother of 25 piglets who dreams of stage performance, while Seth MacFarlane continued as the ego-driven mouse Mike. These actors were selected for their ability to blend comedy with musical performance, a core requirement for the Sing franchise.
Musical Contributions
Several voice actors, including Bono and Pharrell Williams, contributed to the film's original soundtrack