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There are so many new Disney movies on the horizon that it can be hard to keep track. 2026 brings with it plenty of exciting, fresh films, while the release slate is packed into 2028. In short, it's a great time to be a fan of the House of Mouse.
Next up is The Mandalorian and Grogu, one of the most highly anticipated of the upcoming Star Wars movies, and then soon after that, we get Toy Story 5, a new addition in one of the most beloved animated sagas ever. 2027 brings with it Frozen 3 and another Star Wars film, while 2028 sees The Incredibles 3 and Lilo & Stitch 2.
New Disney movies in 2026
The Mandalorian and Grogu
Release date: May 22, 2026
Star Wars fans rejoice because The Mandalorian and Grogu has been confirmed to be heading our way in 2026! That's right, baby Yoda is heading to the big screen. Directed by Jon Favreau, The Mandalorian and Grogu will see our duo have to deal with Imperial warlords as they fight to protect the New Republic. Some new characters played by Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White are also on board the project. This will be the first new Star Wars movie that we've had in a while, so it's definitely one to mark your calendars for.
Toy Story 5
Release date: June 19, 2026
A fifth Toy Story movie is in the works, despite 2019's Toy Story 4 seeming like the end of the road for the adventures of Buzz, Woody, and co. The original voice of Buzz, Tim Allen, has confirmed that he'll be back for the new movie. "See ya soon Woody, you are a sad strange little man and you have my pity. And off we go to a number 5! To infinity and beyond!" he wrote on Twitter. Tom Hanks will also reprise his beloved role of Woody. At D23, it was confirmed that the movie would see the toys taking on perhaps their most dangerous foe yet: the iPad generation.
Moana
Release date: July 10, 2026
A live-action Moana remake is on the way, with Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson reprising his role as Maui in the coming-of-age tale of a Polynesian girl tasked with fulfilling her destiny. Original Moana actor Auli'i Carvalho won't be back in front of the camera, but she is on board as an executive producer. Instead, newcomer Catherine Laga‘aia will take on the titular role, and she'll be joined by John Tui as Moana's father, Chief Tui, Frankie Adams as her mother, Sina, and Rena Owen as her grandmother Tala. Thomas Kail (best known for his theater work on Hamilton and In The Heights) is directing. The film was delayed from 2025 to 2026.
Hexed
Release date: November 25, 2026
Grab your broomsticks and wands as a magical new movie titled Hexed is coming to screens in 2026. As announced at D23 in August 2025, Hexed is an original animated movie that follows an awkward teenage boy and his Type-A mom, who find that what makes him unusual is the source of his magical powers – which will unlock a secret world of magic and turn their lives upside down. Although Disney has yet to make any casting announcements for Hexed, we do know that the film is directed by longtime Disney artists: Zootopia+'s Josie Trinidad and Encanto's Jason Hand.
New Disney movies in 2027
Ice Age: Boiling Point
Release date: February 5, 2027
A new Ice Age movie was definitely not on my bingo card, but it looks like 2027 will see the return of the beloved prehistoric animated series. Ice Age: Boiling Point will be the sixth movie in the franchise and will see the return of Ray Romano, John Leguizamo, Denis Leary, Simon Pegg, and Queen Latifah as Manny, Sid, Diego, Buck, and Ellie. The last Ice Age movie was released back in 2016, so it's been over a decade since we last saw the animated gang. We are also still waiting for plot clues. It’s all very secretive right now.
Star Wars: Starfighter
Release date: May 28, 2027
It seems like we've been waiting ages for a new Star Wars movie; luckily, Star Wars: Starfighter is here to answer all our prayers. Announced during the Star Wars Celebration 2025 event, this upcoming Disney film will be after The Mandalorian & Grogu and is being helmed by Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy. So far, not much is known about the flick's plot, but we do know that some massive names are set to star in it. Ryan Gosling, Matt Smith, Mia Goth, and Amy Adams are among the few names confirmed to appear in the 2027 title. Exciting times!
Gatto
Release date: June 18, 2027
It looks like the studio is trying to reverse the stigma around black cats. In 2027, Disney Pixar will bring us a heart-warming tale about a kitty named Nero who finds himself indebted to a feline mob boss, forcing him on a path of friendship and self-discovery. The movie is set in Italy, and 'Gatto' means cat (more specifically, male cat), in Italian. The film was announced at Annecy Animation Festival in June 2025 and later confirmed by Pixar via Twitter. Longtime Disney collaborator Enrico Casarosa is set to direct the movie. Casarosa made his feature film directing debut with the 2025 Disney Pixar movie Luca.
The Simpsons 2
Release date: July 23, 2027
20 years since the first Simpsons movie released, we are due for a sequel in 2027 (feeling old yet?). So far, we don't know much about the upcoming movie, except that it has the working title of The Simpsons 2 and is set to release on July 23, 2027. No doubt Homer has done something stupid once again, and Springfield will likely be in trouble, just like it was in the last movie, thanks to Homer's antics. Stay tuned for details!
Frozen 3
Release date: November 24, 2027
A follow-up to 2019's Frozen 2 is on the way. Josh Gad, who voices Olaf the snowman in the movies, confirmed he'd be back on Twitter. "Excited to head back… into the Unknown," he wrote, quoting Elsa's big song from the sequel. Idina Menzel, who voices Elsa, also confirmed she'd be back, tweeting: "Well, now they know! Time to let it go again, people!" No plot details or further casting updates have been released yet, but the movie now has a 2026 release window. Plus, Disney CEO Bob Iger revealed there might even be a fourth movie, too.
"We're really excited about where they're going, and we just have a lot of story to tell with that direction we're going in," Frozen screenwriter and co-director Jennifer Lee told us back in 2023. "So, I think, in my head, there may be enough for two in that story. But I'm really, really loving working with the team and where they're going."
New Disney movies in 2028
Lilo & Stitch 2
Release date: May 26, 2028
After the huge success of Lilo & Stitch, a sequel is on the way. So far, nothing is known about this one, but it's likely to pick up in the aftermath of the first film, which sees Nani at college and Lilo living with her alien pal. There is an animated sequel also titled Lilo & Stitch 2 (subtitled Stitch Has a Glitch) that the live-action film could draw from, too.
Incredibles 3
Release date: June 16, 2028
Our favorite superhero family is going for a trilogy. Brad Bird is working on another outing for Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl, Dash, Violet and Jack-Jack, but all we know is that it's happening for now. Still, more than enough reason to be excited.
TBA new Disney movies
Coco 2
Release date: TBC 2029
It's been confirmed that Miguel will be returning for another adventure in Santa Cecilia. Nothing else is known for now, but Lee Unkrich and Adrian Molina are returning to co-direct the sequel. If it's anything like the first, it'll be a real tearjerker.
The Aristocats
Release date: TBA
The Aristocats is getting a live-action adaptation, with Peter Rabbit director Will Gluck and Onward scribe Keith Bunin writing the script. Not much is known about the movie just yet, but it'll reportedly have a similar look to the live-action Lady and the Tramp Disney Plus movie. Per Deadline, Questlove will direct, executive produce, and oversee music.
Cruella 2
Release date: TBA
Cruella 2 is reportedly in the works. Not much is known about the sequel yet, though director Craig Gillespie (I, Tonya) and screenwriter Tony McNamara are thought to be returning. Considering the Cruella post-credits scene, it's likely the sequel will bring us closer to the events of 101 Dalmatians – though that's just speculation at the moment. We can also expect Emma Stone back as the titular villain. "Hopefully sooner rather than later," Stone told Variety when asked when the movie might start shooting. "There's a work-in-progress kind of thing going on. We'll see... She's a blast, so we'll see."
Hercules
Release date: TBA
A live-action Hercules is coming soon. Aladdin helmer Guy Ritchie will direct, and Avengers: Endgame directors Joe and Anthony Russo are producing. Wonder Woman 1984 scribe David Callaham has written the first draft of the script. Currently, there is no news on the cast. The animated version of the film is a musical, but The Hollywood Reporter notes that it's "unclear" if the live-action movie will keep the music. "It will certainly pay homage to the original with a more modern spin on it," Joe Russo told Total Film of the movie. TikTok has been mentioned to possibly play a part in the movie...we will have to wait and see what all that means.
The Princess Diaries 3
Release date: TBA
It's been years, but we know now that The Princess Diaries 3 is indeed real and will be heading our way at some point in the future. The long-awaited sequel was announced in October 2024, and Anne Hathaway has also confirmed that she'll be back to reprise the role of Mia Thermopolis as well. Crazy Rich Asians director Adele Lim is signed onto the project, and we also know that the story will introduce us to a new character, Olivia Robinson. In the original books, Olivia is Mia's half-sister, and the Queen of Genovia tries to get custody of her new family member after her sister's mother dies. However, we still don't know if that will be the case for the upcoming movie. Hopefully, we will get more details soon!
Pirates of the Caribbean reboot and a new spin-off
Release date: TBA
Recently, it has been confirmed that the next Pirates of the Caribbean movie will indeed be a reboot, as producer Jerry Bruckheimer set the record straight. The fate of the popular franchise had been uncertain for a while, with various developments and reports. Jack Sparrow actor Johnny Depp recently suggested he would never play the character again, though executive producer Jerry Bruckheimer said the actor's future in the franchise "is yet to be decided." What we do know is that this reboot won't be the long-reported Pirates movie starring Margot Robbie.
That spin-off of the main series has been scrapped, according to Robbie. In 2025, Bruckheimer confirmed this and told The Wrap that the team is "working on a new script," and that the previous two scripts were scrapped.
Sister Act 3
Release date: TBA
Whoopi Goldberg is returning for Sister Act 3 for Disney Plus. Hallelujah! No other details are yet known aside from the fact that Regina Hicks and Karin Gist were hired to pen the script, whilst Tyler Perry would produce. It is unclear whether other actors will reprise their roles.
Untitled Tower of Terror movie
Release date: TBA
Scarlett Johansson is set to star in this big-screen imagining of the Disney theme park ride Tower of Terror. Inside Out scribe and Toy Story 4 director Josh Cooley is on board to write the screenplay, and Disney is reportedly hoping for a high-profile director (it has previously been stated that Taika Waititi would take it on). Plot details are unknown, but the ride is connected to The Twilight Zone, and revolves around a group of people climbing into an elevator at the Hollywood Tower Hotel, plummeting 13 stories, and vanishing after the hotel is struck by lightning. Following Johansson's Disney lawsuit, the movie is confirmed to still be in the works with the actor attached.
For more magic, check out our lists of the best Disney Plus movies and the best Disney movies of all time.
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