Summary
While they have a slate full of sequels to their major franchises,Pixarhas announced a new original movie entitledHoppers. The beloved animation studio known forToy Story,The Incredibles, andFinding Nemoattended D23 to show off their upcoming slate of movie and television projects alongside other studios under the Disney banner. Alongside new updates for previously announced titles, Pixar confirmed several new projects were in development, including a return to the world ofthe Parr family inThe Incredibles 3.
AsScreen Rantattended the Disney Entertainment Showcase on the opening day of D23, Pixar announced during their segment that 2026 will see the release of their upcoming body-swap comedy,Hoppers.
In the animated feature, young girl Mabel (Piper Curda) finds herself placing her mind into the body of a mechanical beaver to explore nature without imposing on the wildlife. Alongside Curda,Hoppersstars Jon Hamm as a mayor with ulterior motives for the undisturbed natural landscapes, while Bobby Moynihan will provide the voice of King George, the king of the beavers.
HoppersIs A Highlight Of Pixar’s D23 Showcase
The Studio Is Shifting Away From A Heavy Focus On Original Stories
Thoughpreviously announced projects includingToy Story 5andEliowere the focus of Pixar’s 2024 D23 showcase,Hoppersstands out as a much-welcome addition to the studio’s future movie slate. Between the studio finding many of its productions released directly onto Disney+ and others sailing to live up to expectations at the box office, Pixar’s president revealed in 2024 that there would be a greater emphasis on sequels and spin-offs to existing proven IPs as opposed to a prioritization of original ideas, and this goal could be seen in their D23 presentation.
Every Upcoming Pixar Movie & TV Show
Here is every upcoming Pixar movie and TV show slated for release over the next few years, from new originals like Elio to sequels like Toy Story 5.
While the television seriesWin or Losebreaks ground as the studio’s first original television project, andthe promise ofElioin 2025will see the studio introduce an all-new galaxy to audiences, it is hard to deny that Pixar’s slate is relying heavily on the same business practices that dominate much of Disney’s slate. D23’s reveals from all studios involved consisted heavily of existing IPs, rather than branching into new frontiers. As such, with the company pinning its future successes on proven properties,Hoppersis a glimmer of hope and creativity among a familiar, safe future for both studios.
Hoppersmay not make its theatrical debut until early 2026, but Pixar’s early reveals have created a lot of promise for the unconventional body-swap tale. Between bright and lively concept art, and Hamm and Moynihan coming together to use their comedic talents in a battle between nature and profit,Hoppersis set to leave audiences laughing. As such, Pixar may have another much-needed success on its hands.
