‘Zootopia 2’ is Now the Highest-Grossing Hollywood Animated Film of All Time

Zootopia 2‘s blockbuster success continues as it has officially overtaken Inside Out 2 to become the highest-grossing Hollywood animated film ever. ‘Zootopia 2’ Top Hollywood Animated Film Yesterday, we reported that Zootopia 2 had cracked the top 10 highest-grossing films of all time, knocking Jurassic World off the list. Less than a day later, its … Read more

Zootopia 2 Surges to Biggest Global Opening for an Animated Film Ever

Following yesterday’s reports of Zootopia 2‘s Thanksgiving numbers, the sequel has now reached a huge milestone, receiving the designation of the biggest global opening for an animated film ever. Zootopia 2 Opening Weekend Numbers According to Variety, Zootopia 2 earned $19.7 million on Thanksgiving Thursday alone. Per Deadline, the film also earned $38.5 million on Black Friday. The sequel … Read more

Nothing Has Been Recorded Yet for Frozen 3

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In a recent interview, actor Josh Gad, perhaps most famous as the voice of Olaf, recently provided an update on the production status of Frozen III. Josh Gad Gives Frozen III Update Gad recently talked with Collider while promoting for another recent film at the Toronto International Film Festival 2025. During the interview, Gad was … Read more

BREAKING: New Disney Animated Film Announced, to be Released 2026

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Today at the Walt Disney Studios Showcase Panel, a part of the Destination D23 event held at Walt Disney World, a new film from Walt Disney Animation Studios was announced. Hexed The art for the logo is green and whimsical. Jared Bush, chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, was given a warm welcome … Read more

Walt Disney Animation Studios CCO Teases Possible Disney 2D Animation Comeback

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Walt Disney Animation Studios may bring back 2D animation among experimentation with different styles. Will We See Disney 2D Animation Again? Disney Animation Will Continue to Surprise The Possibility of Disney 2D Annimation in the Future What’s Next for Disney Animation? More About Disney 2D Animation Will We See Disney 2D Animation Again? Chief Creative … Read more

Director Ron Clements Coming Out of Retirement, Returning to Disney Animation as a Mentor

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Ron Clements, co-director of classic Disney animated films including “The Little Mermaid,” “Hercules,” “Aladdin,” and “Moana,” has come out of retirement and is returning to Walt Disney Animation Studios… but not to direct. Ron Clements Returning to Disney Animation The news was shared at the Annecy Animation Festival on Friday morning in France, according to … Read more

BREAKING: Jared Bush Named New CCO of Walt Disney Animation, Jennifer Lee Steps Down to Focus on ‘Frozen’ Sequels

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Disney announced on Thursday that Jennifer Lee has stepped down from her position as Chief Creative Officer (CCO) of Walt Disney Animation Studios and Jared Bush has been named the new chief. Bush is CCO effective immediately, reporting to Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman. “Jared Bush is an incredible filmmaker and a talented executive who’s … Read more

Disney Making ‘Frozen III’ and ‘Frozen IV’ Simultaneously

A large screen at D23 displays an animated scene of a man and woman riding horses in a magical forest. A person stands on stage in front of the screen with an audience watching, eagerly anticipating any hints about Frozen III.

Walt Disney Animation Studios is producing “Frozen III” and “Frozen IV” at the same time. ‘Frozen III’ & ‘Frozen IV’ Production Jennifer Lee, Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative Officer and director of the first two “Frozen” films, confirmed the two sequels are in production simultaneously during an interview with Fandango. “We’re working in a … Read more

Release Dates Set for Disney’s ‘Frozen III’ and Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’

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Two films recently highlighted during D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event — Disney’s “Frozen III” and Pixar’s “Hoppers” — now have release dates. Release Dates for ‘Frozen III’ and ‘Hoppers’ According to Deadline, “Frozen III” will hit the big screen just before Thanksgiving on Wednesday, November 24, 2027. Though not many details about the upcoming … Read more

New ‘Moana 2’ Teaser Trailer Released

An animated character with curly hair rows a boat with determination, reminiscent of a scene from Moana 2, past a lush island backdrop and a mythical sea creature visible in the distance.

A new teaser trailer for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2” has been released, following the reveal of a new poster earlier this week. ‘Moana 2’ Trailer The new teaser trailer brings audiences back to Motunui, Moana’s island home. In the short clip, Moana (Auli’i Cravalho) speaks of hearing a call from their ancestors and … Read more

First ‘Moana 2’ Poster Revealed, New Trailer Coming This Week

A large, intricately carved fishhook is embedded in the sandy shore of a tropical beach at sunset, reminiscent of a scene from Moana 2, with a person carrying another person in the distance. Palm trees line the background.

A new poster for “Moana 2” has been released, along with the announcement of a new trailer dropping this week. “Moana 2” Poster Walt Disney Animation Studios has shared the first poster in anticipation of the release of “Moana 2.” In the poster, Moana can be seen in the background, on the beach, seemingly blowing … Read more

‘Wish’ Becomes Third Most-Viewed Premiere on Disney+

Asha and Star in "Wish"

The Disney animated film, “Wish,” has become the third most-streamed Walt Disney Animation Studios premiere on Disney+. ‘Wish’ Earns 13.2 Million Streaming Views According to Variety, in its first five days of streaming on Disney+, “Wish” has hit 13.2 million views. This ranks it in the top three most-streamed Walt Disney Animation Studios film premieres … Read more

‘Moana 2’ Movie Surprise Announced, Releasing in Theaters This November

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In an interview with CNBC before today’s Q1 2024 earnings call for The Walt Disney Company, CEO Bob Iger revealed that a “Moana” feature-length sequel film, currently titled “Moana 2,” will hit theaters later this year. ‘Moana 2’ Announced The news came as a surprise, as a “Moana” television series was previously in development. That … Read more