Pixar is gearing up to launch its next imaginative original feature, ‘Hoppers,’ and the recently unveiled official trailer promises a fresh blend of wacky humor, thrilling adventure, and genuine heart. Set to debut in theaters on March 6, 2026, the film marks the major theatrical directorial debut of Daniel Chong, the creative force behind the beloved series We Bare Bears, guaranteeing a story rich with playful character dynamics and unique concepts that celebrate the animal kingdom.

Hoppers looks set to combine Pixar’s signature animation excellence with a narrative premise that is both inventive and deeply resonant.

The Core Concept: Hopping into the Animal Kingdom

The unique narrative of Hoppers centers on Mabel Tanaka (voiced by Piper Curda), a dedicated animal lover whose life changes drastically with a groundbreaking technological discovery. She unearths a mechanism that allows human consciousness to “hop” into incredibly lifelike robotic animals.

Mabel immediately seizes this opportunity, jumping her consciousness into a robotic beaver. This transition becomes the catalyst for a thrilling, eye-opening adventure. Through her robotic alter-ego, Mabel explores the intricate mysteries and deep secrets of the animal world—secrets that lie far beyond the comprehension of ordinary human observation. The concept essentially flips the script, allowing humans to experience life as the animals they seek to understand.

Wacky Cast and an Epic Rebellion

The film features an entertaining and well-chosen voice cast that brings the animal kingdom to life. Comedian Bobby Moynihan lends his voice to King George, a commanding yet comical beaver, while Jon Hamm voices Mayor Jerry, a decidedly greedy and nefarious politician. It is Mayor Jerry's schemes that the now-aware animal community must unite to thwart.

As Mabel, inside her beaver host, begins to unite the disparate animal factions, the movie hints at an epic, wacky rebellion. The trailer promises a high-stakes conflict, combining humour and heart with a touch of Avatar-style spectacle, as the film explores a world where humans and nature are forced to reckon with each other. This promises a playful, yet profound, commentary on environmentalism and political corruption, all wrapped up in a vibrant animated package.

Signature Pixar Magic Meets Chong’s Playful Humor

Hoppers is produced by veteran Nicole Paradis Grindle (Incredibles 2), ensuring the film benefits from Pixar’s industry-leading animation magic and storytelling structure. However, it is Daniel Chong’s playful voice—honed through his successful character-driven work on We Bare Bears—that truly defines the film’s tone.

The central concept of “hopping” into robotic animals opens up a boundless world of possibilities, allowing the film to explore themes of genuine connection and empathy between humans and other species. Through unexpected friendships, exciting adventures, and inevitable comical mishaps, Hoppers is poised to deliver valuable lessons about perspective and coexistence. Pixar fans and animation lovers can look forward to a fun-filled, imaginative journey when Hoppers debuts, blending cutting-edge animation with a delightfully wacky, heartfelt narrative.
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