Footage unveiled: Disney-Pixar movie 'Hoppers' featuring Jon Hamm and Piper Curda in the leading roles
In the world of animation, Pixar Animation Studios is set to unveil a new science fiction adventure comedy titled "Hoppers," directed by Daniel Chong and slated for release on March 6, 2026. The film, which has been compared to the movie "Avatar" in the trailer, promises a unique blend of technology, environmental themes, and family-friendly entertainment.
At the heart of the story is Mabel Tanaka, a young animal enthusiast voiced by Piper Curda. Mabel's life takes an extraordinary turn when she gains the ability to communicate with the animal kingdom by "hopping" her human consciousness into lifelike robotic animals, thanks to a groundbreaking scientific breakthrough at Beaverton University.
The film follows Mabel's first adventure into the wild, where she encounters both humorous and perilous situations, and begins to uncover mysteries within the animal world that go beyond her imagination. As she navigates the natural order, Mabel learns important lessons about empathy, coexistence, and her role in nature.
The central conflict in "Hoppers" revolves around a plot by a construction company, led by the greedy Mayor Jerry, voiced by Jon Hamm, to destroy the local animal habitat. Mabel, now able to communicate directly with animals, takes action to help thwart this threat, rallying an unlikely alliance between species.
"Hoppers" is more than just a technological fantasy. It delves into the consequences of crossing the human-animal divide and explores the bond between humans and animals. The film's narrative promises a mix of adventure, comedy, and the emotional depth characteristic of Pixar films.
Director Daniel Chong describes "Hoppers" as an exploration of the question, "What if we could understand and communicate with the animal world?" He emphasizes that the story is driven by both humor and heartfelt moments as Mabel experiences life as an animal, leading to a roller-coaster adventure filled with Pixar’s signature charm and imagination.
The film also stars Bobby Moynihan as King George, a beaver monarch, and Jon Hamm as the antagonist Mayor Jerry. Nicole Paradis Grindle produces "Hoppers," which is an original movie from Disney and Pixar.
With its release date set for March 6, 2026, "Hoppers" aims to provide a fresh, family-oriented take on interspecies communication and the bonds between humans and animals. It's a wild, roller-coaster ride of a movie that promises to captivate audiences of all ages. However, it is clarified in the trailer that "Hoppers" is nothing like "Avatar." Instead, it offers a unique and exciting journey into a world where humans and animals can truly understand each other.
In the realm of family-friendly entertainment, as "Hoppers" from Disney and Pixar approaches its release on March 6, 2026, viewers can anticipate a thrilling blend of movies-and-tv genres, promising both adventure and comedy. The movie is set to delve into the intersection of humans and animals, a refreshing take on interspecies communication that also explores the bond between them, making it more than just a technological fantasy.
