‘Zootopia’ Is Back in First Sequel Trailer

Zootopia quietly (or perhaps not so quietly if you have young children) ranks as one of the most successful animated films in Disney’s 100-year journey. The movie was a hit domestically and a sensation internationally, earning over $1 billion globally. After nearly a decade, Disney has finally released a sequel, titled Zootopia 2.

Once more, the unlikely duo, Judy Hopps voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin, and Nick Wilde portrayed by Jason Bateman, find themselves working together on another mystery within the metropolis of Zootopia.

Here is the film’s first trailer:

Alongside Goodwin and Bateman, the original lineup also features Idris Elba, Bonnie Hunt, Don Lake, Nate Torrence, Jenny Slate, Alan Tudyk, Maurice LaMarche, Leah Latham, Josh Dallas, Tommy Chong, Mark Rhino Smith, Raymond Persi, and of course, Shakira. In simpler terms, Goodwin and Bateman are not the only ones coming back; Idris Elba, Bonnie Hunt, Don Lake, Nate Torrence, Jenny Slate, Alan Tudyk, Maurice LaMarche, Leah Latham, Josh Dallas, Tommy Chong, Mark Rhino Smith, Raymond Persi, and Shakira are also part of the returning cast.

The new actors joining the cast are Ke Huy Quan as Gary De’Snake (who might be a squirrel or similar creature), Fortune Feimster as Nibbles, and Quinta Brunson as Dr. Fuzzby, the animal behavior expert.

Here is the film’s official synopsis:

Following the resolution of Zootopia’s most significant case, newcomer officers Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) discover that their partnership may not be as strong as they believed. When Chief Bogo (voiced by Idris Elba) mandates them to attend the Partners in Crisis counseling program, it soon becomes clear that their bond will face its toughest challenge yet. However, this trial by fire is only the beginning, as they find themselves chasing a perplexing mystery linked to the appearance of a deadly snake within the city of animals. Now, the trailer, poster, and stills from the movie are available for download and sharing.

Zootopia 2 is scheduled to open in theaters on November 26.

The 10 Best Remakes of the Last 10 Years (2016-2025)

10. Road House (2024)

The movie “Road House” gained cult status due to its entertaining nature on cable television. Regardless of when you tuned in, the film offered action, violence, sex appeal, and humor in varying degrees. Even if you joined midway through, the plot was easy to follow and didn’t lose coherence. The movie’s cable TV origins seem to be dwindling, but a remake of “Road House” would have excelled in that environment. It’s a film you could watch 100 times without intentionally re-watching it twice. By the end, it feels like a fantastic bar where you go for the ambiance more than the alcohol – the music and the regulars are what make it special. With Jake Gyllenhaal’s dedicated and muscular performance, and an updated storyline about a tough bouncer, the remake surpasses expectations in terms of quality.

9. The Killer (2024)

This version of “The Killer” may not offer anything fresh – neither the director nor the storyline are original – but given the scarcity of authentic gritty thrillers in today’s Hollywood, it seems remarkably different. A remake of “The Killer” wasn’t necessarily required, and if this film was directed by someone other than John Woo, it might have felt like a violation of a classic. However, under Woo’s guidance, the story comes alive once more. I may not crave another interpretation of the “Mona Lisa,” but if you told me they found another painting by Leonardo da Vinci from 30 years after the original, I’d likely be intrigued and want to examine it.

8. The Beguiled (2017)

In “The Beguiled,” Colin Farrell took on a challenging role, being the solitary man among numerous women, a part that Clint Eastwood had famously played before. However, Farrell surpassed his predecessor with a crafty, endearing portrayal. His Corporal McBurney is a different individual to every woman in that house; a protective older sibling to Amy (Oona Laurence), a charismatic rogue to Alicia (Elle Fanning), a potential husband and ticket out for Edwina (Kirsten Dunst, another remarkable performer in this exceptional ensemble). He’s a wolf disguised as a chameleon, making him an excellent antagonist for current times – this is why it was worthwhile to modernize a film like “The Beguiled.

7. It (2017)

In comparison to the original TV miniseries of “It,” Andy Muschietti’s version is particularly unsettling, largely due to its terrifying, dream-haunting monster portrayed by Bill Skarsgård as Pennywise. The impressive period setting, coupled with a talented young ensemble cast featuring Jack Dylan Grazer, Finn Wolfhard, and Sophia Lillis, elevates this adaptation among the finest Stephen King adaptations. Furthermore, the decision to divide the extensive novel into two parts proved beneficial, at least until the underwhelming “It Chapter Two.

6. A Star Is Born (2018)

The movie “A Star Is Born” has been remade thrice, yet each version has its unique strengths. However, the 2018 adaptation, boasting infectious tunes and the charismatic duo of Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga, might just take the top spot. This film, which Cooper co-wrote and directed, revolves around a veteran country rocker who experiences a resurgence in his career due to his relationship with an untapped, radiant talent (Lady Gaga). But as her stardom ascends, his life starts to unravel. It seems tales of fame, indulgence, and heartbreaking romance will always remain relevant.

5. Nosferatu (2024)

In 2024, Robert Eggers reaffirmed his position as the contemporary grandmaster of classic horror, with older films being even more impressive. That year, he reimagined the 1922 German silent horror film “Nosferatu,” not by modernizing it but by amplifying its elements: adding copious amounts of gory visuals, intensifying the dark symbolism, and incorporating (and enhancing) genuinely terrifying sound effects. (Imagine Count Orlock, brilliantly portrayed by Bill Skarsgård in a horrifyingly grotesque performance, sipping his victims’ blood as if from a Capri-Sun pouch.)

4. Suspiria (2018)

In Luca Guadagnino’s remake of the movie “Suspiria,” there were moments where it seemed like the creators tried too hard to be original (it wasn’t entirely necessary for Tilda Swinton to play multiple roles, but she did). However, this film also delivered what you’d hope for in a remake of a classic: It respects the core ideas of the original without being a carbon copy. If you’ve seen Dario Argento’s “Suspiria,” Guadagnino’s version, featuring Dakota Johnson and various Tilda Swintons, offers plenty of intriguing twists.

3. West Side Story (2021)

In nearly every aspect, Steven Spielberg’s version of “West Side Story” surpasses the 1961 film adaptation of Jerome Robbins, Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim, and Arthur Laurents’ musical: The acting is more powerful, the casting is superior, the script is more incisive, and the social critique is sharper. This musical boasts stunning choreography and a sadly relevant message, making it feel like it was made for today, rather than 1950s New York City — or even Renaissance Verona.

2. Little Women (2019)

Greta Gerwig’s second solo directorial endeavor solidified the fact that Lady Bird was no mere stroke of luck. Her adaptation of Little Women, arguably one of the finest film adaptations in recent times, skillfully paid tribute to Louisa May Alcott’s cherished story while employing a unique time-traveling narrative that intensified its emotional resonance. Reflecting on it 20 years from now, people may marvel at the remarkable ensemble cast – Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, Florence Pugh, Meryl Streep, Bryan Cranston, James Norton, and Laura Dern – and question how Gerwig managed to assemble such a star-studded lineup. The secret lies in her appeal: the actors desired to collaborate with her, and for good reason. She is already recognized as one of our most exceptional contemporary filmmakers.

1. Dune (2021)

It only took Denis Villeneuve’s extraordinary adaptation of half of Frank Herbert’s cherished sci-fi novel to transform me into a die-hard Dune fan. Villeneuve’s Dune is brimming with the vast, visionary grandeur that book enthusiasts have always claimed sets the original apart (a quality that Lynch’s Dune, which isn’t as terrible as its reputation suggests, generally lacked). Watching this film, I finally grasped why countless readers have been enchanted by this material. Villeneuve took a novel that has perplexed many distinguished filmmakers before him and crafted something clear, visually stunning, and imbued with the raw power of the desert.

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