Zootopia 2
| Zootopia 2 | |
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| Directed by | Jared Bush Byron Howard |
| Produced by | Yvett Merino |
| Written by | Jared Bush |
| Starring | Ginnifer Goodwin Jason Bateman Ke Huy Quan Fortune Feimster Andy Samberg David Strathairn Idris Elba Shakira Patrick Warburton Quinta Brunson |
| Music by | Michael Giacchino |
| Production company | Walt Disney Animation Studios |
| Distributed by | Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures |
| Release date | 26 November 2025 |
| Running time | 108 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Zootopia 2 is a 2025 American animated buddy cop comedy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures. Serving as a sequel to the 2016 hit film Zootopia, the film is directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, with a screenplay by Bush and production led by Yvett Merino.
The story follows police officers Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they go undercover to investigate a mysterious new resident whose arrival threatens the balance of harmony within the city of Zootopia.[1]
Plot
Set several years after the events of the original film, Zootopia 2 follows Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they are assigned a covert investigation involving a reptilian newcomer named Gary De'Snake. His sudden appearance raises suspicion across different districts of Zootopia.
As the duo navigates unfamiliar territories and disguises themselves to uncover the truth, they confront deeper issues related to trust, fear of the unknown, and unity among species. The case challenges their partnership while testing the ideals upon which Zootopia was founded.[2]
Voice Cast
- Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps
- Jason Bateman as Nick Wilde
- Ke Huy Quan as Gary De'Snake
- Fortune Feimster as Nibbles Maplestick
- Andy Samberg as Pawbert Lynxley
- David Strathairn as Milton Lynxley
- Idris Elba as Chief Bogo
- Shakira as Gazelle
- Patrick Warburton as Mayor Brian Winddancer
- Quinta Brunson as Dr. Fuzzby
- Nate Torrence as Benjamin Clawhauser
- Bonnie Hunt as Bonnie Hopps
- Don Lake as Stu Hopps
- Macaulay Culkin as Cattrick Lynxley
- Brenda Song as Kitty Lynxley
- Maurice LaMarche as Mr. Big
- Leah Latham as Fru Fru
- Raymond S. Persi as Flash Slothmore
- Tommy Chong as Yax
- David Fane as Truffler
- Jean Reno as Bushron
- Danny Trejo as Jesús
- John Leguizamo as Antony
- Jenny Slate as Dawn Bellwether
- Alan Tudyk as Duke Weaselton
- Dwayne Johnson as Zeke
- Josh Gad as Paul Moldebrandt
- Wilmer Valderrama as Higgins
- Stephanie Beatriz as Bloats
Production
Following the success of Zootopia, Disney officially confirmed a sequel with Jared Bush and Byron Howard returning as directors. The film was developed with an emphasis on expanding the world of Zootopia by introducing new species, locations, and social themes while retaining the humor and emotional depth of the original.[3]
Music
The film’s score was composed by Michael Giacchino, who returned to build upon the musical identity established in the first film while introducing new themes to match the sequel’s expanded narrative and tone.
Release
Zootopia 2 is scheduled for theatrical release in the United States on 26 November 2025, timed for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
Marketing
Promotional material for the film included teaser visuals and character reveals highlighting new districts and characters. The marketing campaign emphasized the return of Judy and Nick alongside the introduction of new mysteries within Zootopia.
See Also
- Zootopia
- Haq (2025)
- Dhurandhar
- Tere Ishk Mein
References
- ↑ https://variety.com/2025/film/box-office/zootopia-2-billion-dollar-box-office-milestone-1236603857/
- ↑ https://lamag.com/arts-and-entertainment/zootopia-2-follows-in-the-footsteps-of-its-predecesor-recording-a-billion-dollar-box-office/
- ↑ https://www.koimoi.com/box-office/zootopia-2-worldwide-box-office-smashes-into-the-1-billion-club-becomes-the-fastest-pg-rated-film-to-do-so/