If you love animated movies, you must have watched Zootopia. A movie that made people go crazy. With the release of the movie in 2016, fans were eagerly waiting for the sequel. So here comes some exciting news — Zootopia 2 is finally out and will be released soon. The story will continue from where the first part ended. Judy and Nick will be seen again working together on a strange mystery. It will be fun to watch them throughout their journey. To know the release date, go through the article. Here is everything we know so far.
Zootopia 2: Release Date

Zootopia was one of the biggest hits of Disney in 2016. In fact, it also won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature at the 89th Oscars in 2017. After much wait, Disney has announced the official dates for the long-awaited Zootopia sequel. According to Screen Rant, Zootopia 2 is set to be released on November 26th, 2025.
Just like Frozen 3, Disney wants to utilize the Thanksgiving period to get the box office collection. However, there is a high chance that the dates may change. If that happens, we will let you know.
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Zootopia 2: Star Cast
In the first movie of Zootopia, the 2 main characters, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, were played by Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman. Both of them are returning for the cast of Zootopia 2. A major change in the star cast is the addition of a new character, Gary – the Snake. The character will be voiced by Oscar-winner Ke Huy Quan. Below is the table that shows the star cast along with the characters they will be playing:
Star Cast | Character |
Ginnifer Goodwin | Judy Hopps |
Jason Bateman | Nick Wilde |
Raymond S. Persi | Flash the Sloth |
Maurice LaMarche | Mr. Big |
Ke Huy Quan | Gary the Snake |
Fortune Feimster | Nibbles |
Shakira | Gazelle |
Nate Torrence | Officer Clawhauser |
Zootopia 2: What to Expect?
According to IMDB, Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde will team up again and work on a new case to crack. This case will be one of the most dangerous and complex cases of their career.
At the end of Zootopia, Nick, a two-bit con artist at the start, will be a graduate of the police academy. He also becomes Judy’s partner, which shows you may see a lot of buddy-cop adventures in the future. Zootopia 2 will be a continuity of it. You will see the two officers working together to solve a new mystery.
Although the plot is still under wraps, you will see the reptiles in the sequel. There may be some kind of conspiracy going on in the community, and both of them need to solve it.
In 2024, Disney also introduced a new character, Gary the Snake. The snake is being pursued by both the cops. The reason is still unclear but if we judge the appearance, it might not be a big criminal. Zootopia 2 will also cover the relationship between Judy and Nick.
Zootopia 1: Quick Recap
Zootopia 1 was an animated movie where animals have evolved and are living in modern life. The story is about Judy Hopps, a rabbit who wants to become one of the first bunny police officers in the city of Zootopia. She had to go through a lot of discrimination and doubt from her colleagues. This made her more motivated to prove herself.
When she was appointed with an unimportant parking duty, she took the opportunity and worked on the missing animal’s case. In the journey, she teams up with Nick Wilde, a clever and street-savvy fox. Initially, he tricks her, but later becomes an essential part of her investigation.
As they move forward in the case, they uncover the conspiracy involving predators. Throughout their journey, they have to go through thrilling twists, humorous moments, and heartfelt lessons. Judy and Nick uncover the truth behind the growing fear in Zootopia. The film also highlights themes of negative opinion and diversity while going on a stunning adventure. In the end, Judy and Nick solve the case. In addition to that, they also learn the value of understanding and acceptance.
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Conclusion
Zootopia, the Oscar-winning movie, is back with another exciting part. Zootopia 2 will continue the ending of the first part. The second part will be released on 26th November 2025. It is expected that Judy and Nick will again work together on a new case. According to different sources, a new character, Gary the Snake, is added to the story. We can also expect to see more about the relationship between both of them.
FAQ’s
Will Nick and Judy be a Couple in Zootopia 2?
There is no confirmation of Nick and Judy ending up being a couple in Zootopia. However, many people believe that it might be possible.
Is Shakira Going to be in Zootopia 2?
Yes, we will see Shakira to represent her role as Gazelle.

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