Judy Hopps (Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are back in Zootopia 2, and the first reactions to the sequel are glowing. Disney’s latest animated feature is a follow-up to their hit 2016 release that teamed up a rookie bunny cop and a con-artist fox for a case impacting the titular city. Nick has now joined Judy in the Zootopia Police Department, and the duo must solve a new mystery, this one involving the introduction of reptiles to the animal-filled metropolis.
Here’s what critics are saying about Zootopia 2:
Does it live up to expectations?
Zootopia 2 is an absolute blast.
— Jonathan Sim, ComingSoon.net
Zootopia 2 is great. Smart, creative… stunning animation.
— Gregory Ellwood, The Playlist
It is a cute movie about love, friendship, and the need to prove ourselves, and I loved it.
— Rachel Leishman, The Mary Sue
Zootopia 2 exceeds expectations… What struck me most was how thematically rich it was. Jared Bush and Byron Howard packed so much timely social commentary.
— Drew Taylor, TheWrap
Jared Bush, Byron Howard, and the Disney Animation team have delivered a wildly smart and outstanding sequel that’s well worth the wait.
— Daniel Baptista, The Movie Podcast
(Photo by Disney)
How does it compare to the original?
It’s a fun expansion of the world of Zootopia… More action, delightful characters, and a new Shakira banger.
— Jonathan Sim, ComingSoon.net
Will it make us laugh… and maybe cry?
Zootopia 2 is FUR-ociously funny and PAWS-itively heartwarming.
— Daniel Baptista, The Movie Podcast
It’s funny… and moving.
— Gregory Ellwood, The Playlist
It’s VERY funny, highly emotional.
— Drew Taylor, TheWrap
Chock full of laugh-out-loud fun… [with] a heartfelt message around true ride or die friends in the literal sense.
— Carla Renata, The Curvy Critic
It’s a hilarious, feel-good family adventure.
— Jonathan Sim, ComingSoon.net
(Photo by Disney)
Are there any new favorites among the voice cast?
Ke Huy Quan and Andy Samberg stand out in an already fantastic ensemble.
— Daniel Baptista, The Movie Podcast
Ke Huy Quan for the win… again.
— Gregory Ellwood, The Playlist
How is the music?
Michael Giacchino’s score rules.
— Drew Taylor, TheWrap
Great music from Shakira.
— Carla Renata, The Curvy Critic
Is this an Oscar contender?
Watch out K-Pop, you got competition for that Animated Oscar.
— Gregory Ellwood, The Playlist
Zootopia 2 opens in theaters on November 26, 2025.
