Disney & Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ Springs into Theaters

Disney and Pixar’s new animated film, Hoppers, officially released in theaters on Friday, March 6, 2026, following evening showtimes on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The film centers around a unique sci-fi premise within the animal kingdom, blending Pixar’s signature animation style with a humorous narrative.

The Plot: Bridging the Human and Animal Worlds

Hoppers follows Mabel Tanaka (voiced by Piper Curda), an animal lover who seizes an opportunity to utilize groundbreaking technology. This technology allows for the transfer of human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, enabling direct communication with their real-life counterparts. Mabel “hops” her consciousness into a robotic beaver, fully immersing herself in the animal world and embarking on an extraordinary adventure.

Cast and Characters

The film boasts an ensemble voice cast, bringing a diverse range of characters to life:

• Mabel (Piper Curda): A passionate teen who uses the robotic beaver to connect with animals.
• King George (Bobby Moynihan): A charismatic beaver, also known as the mammal king, and Mabel’s new friend.
• Mayor Jerry Generazzo (Jon Hamm): A smooth-talking human mayor who poses a threat to the animals.

Behind the Scenes

Directed by Daniel Chong and written by Jesse Andrews, Hoppers is based on a story developed by Chong and Andrews. The film’s score was composed by Mark Mothersbaugh, and SZA contributed the end credits song, “Save the Day.” The production company is Pixar Animation Studios, distributed by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.

Release Details and Initial Reception

Hoppers premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles on February 23, 2026, and was also screened at the New York International Children’s Film Festival on February 28, 2026. The film has a runtime of 105 minutes. As of its initial release, the film has grossed $13.5 million.