Dec. 22, 2025

Zootopia 2 Review – Is Disney’s Long-Awaited Sequel Worth the Wait? | The Brett Allan Show

Zootopia 2 Review – Is Disney’s Long-Awaited Sequel Worth the Wait? | The Brett Allan Show

Movie Review | Animation | Disney Sequel

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Disney is heading back to one of its smartest animated worlds with Zootopia 2, and from early buzz and previews, this sequel looks ready to deliver humor, heart, and timely storytelling once again.

The original Zootopia became a modern Disney classic by blending laugh-out-loud comedy with meaningful social commentary — all wrapped in a vibrant, animal-filled metropolis. Zootopia 2 appears to expand on that foundation, bringing audiences back together with fan-favorite duo Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde for a brand-new mystery.

🐰🦊 Story & Characters

In Zootopia 2, Judy and Nick are back on the case, navigating new districts, unfamiliar species, and challenges that test both their partnership and personal growth. Early details suggest the sequel leans into deeper world-building while maintaining the witty banter and emotional core that made the first film so successful.

The chemistry between Judy and Nick remains a major draw, and Disney seems aware that character-driven storytelling — not just spectacle — is what audiences want from this sequel.

🎨 Animation & Tone

Visually, Zootopia 2 looks stunning. Disney Animation continues to push detail and texture, making the city feel bigger, richer, and more alive than ever. The tone balances family-friendly humor with layered jokes adults will appreciate, staying true to what made Zootopia resonate across generations.

🎯 The Brett Allan Show Verdict

Zootopia 2 has all the ingredients of a strong Disney sequel: returning characters audiences love, a bigger world to explore, and a story that aims to say something meaningful. If Disney avoids sequel fatigue and stays focused on character and clever storytelling, this could be one of the studio’s best follow-ups in years.

Early Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5 – cautiously optimistic)