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Zootopia 2 Trailer Unveiled: New Characters and Music!

9/30/2025

Summary

Story summary

"Zootopia 2" trailer released by Walt Disney Animation Studios, scheduled for theaters on November 26, 2025.
Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) return, joined by new character Gary De'Snake (Ke Huy Quan).
Shakira reprises her role as Gazelle, performing "Zoo," co-written with Ed Sheeran and Blake Slatkin, releasing October 10.
Michael Giacchino composes the score; the full soundtrack drops on November 21.
The plot follows Judy and Nick as they discover a hidden reptile population in Zootopia, challenging their partnership.

History

Historical Context

"Zootopia," released on March 4, 2016, became a cultural phenomenon, grossing over $1 billion and winning the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. The film's themes of diversity and inclusion resonated widely, leading to its sequel, "Zootopia 2," set for release on November 26, 2025, which will explore new narratives involving hidden populations and further discussions on representation in media.

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Story summary

"Zootopia 2" trailer released by Walt Disney Animation Studios, scheduled for theaters on November 26, 2025.
Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) return, joined by new character Gary De'Snake (Ke Huy Quan).
Shakira reprises her role as Gazelle, performing "Zoo," co-written with Ed Sheeran and Blake Slatkin, releasing October 10.
Michael Giacchino composes the score; the full soundtrack drops on November 21.
The plot follows Judy and Nick as they discover a hidden reptile population in Zootopia, challenging their partnership.

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