Nearly a decade after the original hit theaters, Disney is officially bringing fans back to the bustling animal metropolis with Zootopia 2. The sequel is slated for release on November 26, 2025, and will reunite audiences with fan-favorite duo Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde while introducing an exciting new lineup of characters and voices.
The Lynxley Family Joins the Story
Disney revealed that several new stars will lend their voices to the upcoming film, headlined by Andy Samberg, David Strathairn, Macaulay Culkin, and Brenda Song. The group will portray the Lynxley family, described as one of Zootopia’s most prominent households.
- Andy Samberg voices Pawbert Lynxley, the laid-back youngest sibling.
- David Strathairn plays Milton, the respected patriarch and a polished business leader.
- Macaulay Culkin joins the cast as Cattrick, the ambitious eldest son.
- Brenda Song brings to life Kitty, the sharp and outspoken daughter.
The Lynxleys will play a key role in Judy and Nick’s newest case, though it remains unclear whether this influential family will ultimately prove to be allies or adversaries.
A New Mystery Unfolds
In Zootopia 2, Judy Hopps (voiced again by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) face one of their most complex challenges yet when a new character, Gary De’Snake (played by Academy Award-winner Ke Huy Quan), enters the picture. His arrival sends shockwaves throughout the city, setting Judy and Nick on a twisting investigation. Their mission leads them undercover into new districts of Zootopia, pushing their partnership to new limits as they uncover fresh secrets.
Returning Favorites and Star-Studded Voices
The sequel not only brings in new names but also welcomes back familiar voices from the first film. Idris Elba, Jenny Slate, Nate Torrence, Bonnie Hunt, Don Lake, Tommy Chong, Alan Tudyk, and Grammy-winning artist Shakira (as Gazelle) are all set to reprise their roles. Additional cast members include Fortune Feimster, Quinta Brunson, Patrick Warburton, and Yvette Nicole Brown.
Disney also gave fans a sneak peek at the Lynxleys with promotional images that showcase the stylish lynx family dressed elegantly for a high-profile event. This glimpse hints at the sequel’s mix of humor, intrigue, and high-stakes drama that made the original such a success.
The Legacy of Zootopia
The original Zootopia, which premiered in 2016, quickly became a cultural phenomenon. The film not only earned widespread critical acclaim but also broke the $1 billion mark at the global box office, cementing its place among Disney’s most successful animated projects. It won numerous awards, including the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature, and remains one of the highest-grossing original animated movies of all time, second only to Avatar in its category that year.
The film’s success eventually spawned Zootopia+, a Disney+ spin-off anthology series that expanded on side stories within the original movie’s timeline. While well-received, the series relied largely on archival voice recordings of Goodwin and Bateman, making Zootopia 2 the first proper continuation of Judy and Nick’s story.
A Sequel Worth Waiting For
With an impressive cast, the introduction of the Lynxley family, and a thrilling new mystery at the heart of its plot, Zootopia 2 promises to deliver the same humor, heart, and social themes that made its predecessor a global favorite. Fans can mark their calendars for November 26, 2025, when the movie officially arrives in theaters.
