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Zootopia 2: What We Know (So Far)

While officially unconfirmed for a long time, Disney has now confirmed that Zootopia 2 is in development! This exciting news came during Disney's Q1 2023 earnings call.

Key Aspects and Rumors:

  • Release Date: The potential release date is still unknown, with speculation placing it anywhere from late 2025 to 2026 or beyond. Given the typical animation production timeline, a later date seems more likely.

  • Plot and Story: Nothing concrete is known about the plot. Fan theories and desires range from exploring more of Zootopia's diverse districts to focusing on new criminal cases for Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, delving deeper into the history of predator-prey relations, or even introducing international elements. Some rumors suggest the possibility of exploring Nick's past in greater detail.

  • Returning Characters: It's widely expected that Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman will reprise their roles as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, respectively. Other supporting characters like Chief Bogo, Clawhauser, and Mayor Lionheart are also likely to return.

  • New Characters: As with any sequel, expect new characters to be introduced, potentially expanding the world of Zootopia and presenting new challenges or alliances for Judy and Nick.

  • Animation Style: The movie is expected to maintain the same high-quality CGI animation style as the original Zootopia.

  • Directors and Writers: It is not known if the original directors, Byron Howard and Rich Moore, will return, but it is expected that some of the original creative team will be involved.

It's important to note that a lot of information currently available is based on speculation and rumors until Disney releases more official details.