"The Rescuers Down Under" faced several challenges contributing to its underperformance at the box office. Released in 1990, it was the first sequel produced by Disney and had to compete against other animated films, such as "Home Alone." Additionally, it lacked the strong marketing push that accompanied other Disney classics. While it received praise for its animation and storytelling, it was overshadowed by the Disney Renaissance films that followed. The film's darker themes and less recognizable characters may have also limited its appeal to younger audiences.

The villain in "The Rescuers Down Under" is McLeach, a poacher and trapper who captures animals for profit. He is determined to catch the rare golden eagle, Marahute, and uses the young boy Cody as bait to achieve his goal. McLeach is depicted as ruthless and cunning, showcasing his willingness to harm others for personal gain. His actions set up the central conflict of the film, as the titular Rescuers, Bernard and Bianca, work to save Cody and Marahute from his clutches.

"The Rescuers Down Under," released in 1990, is primarily a traditionally animated film, utilizing hand-drawn animation techniques characteristic of Disney's style at the time. However, it was one of the first animated films to incorporate computer-generated imagery (CGI) for certain sequences, particularly in the backgrounds and for the soaring vistas of the Australian Outback. This combination of traditional animation and CGI was innovative for its time and helped enhance the visual storytelling.

As of now, there is no official "The Rescuers Down Under 2." The original film, released in 1990, is a sequel to Disney's "The Rescuers" (1977) but has not been followed by any direct sequel or continuation. While the characters and story have remained beloved, Disney has not announced any plans for a sequel or further installments in the franchise. Fans of the film continue to hope for a revival or new content featuring the characters.