Disney fans are at the edge of their seats for a new adventure as Zootopia 2 gears up for its theatrical release on November 26, 2025, in the U.S., with European audiences following shortly after under the title Zootropolis 2. The sequel promises to expand the world of Zootopia while introducing a memorable new character that could redefine the story.
Returning to the city are fan favorites Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps and Jason Bateman as Nick Wilde. Other familiar voices include Idris Elba as Chief Bogo, Nate Torrence as Clawhauser, and Shakira as Gazelle, who delivers a brand-new song, “Zoo,” for the sequel. The filmmakers, Jared Bush and Byron Howard, have promised one of Disney’s most complex animated projects yet, with over 70 speaking roles and a story that continues to explore friendship, acceptance, and teamwork despite differences.
The central new character, Gary De’Snake, is a pit viper voiced by Oscar-winner Ke Huy Quan. Described as “goofy,” an “eternal optimist,” and “misunderstood,” Gary is the emotional heart of the film. The plot of Zootopia 2 revolves around Hopps and Wilde investigating Gary, the first snake to appear in Zootopia in a century. Their mission takes them to new parts of the city and tests their growing partnership, while Chief Bogo questions whether the duo should even be working together, leading to a humorous moment of buddy cop therapy for the pair.
The voice cast also features exciting new additions, including Andy Samberg, Macaulay Culkin, Stephanie Beatriz, Yvette Nicole Brown, Roman Reigns, Quinta Brunson, and Michael J. Fox as Michael J. the Fox. Disney has indicated a strong interest in continuing to expand the franchise beyond this sequel, leaving fans eager for future adventures in the city of Zootopia.
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