Promo art for Disney Pixar's Hoppers showing a beaver (Mabel) running through a lab with a manic cheerful look while being chased by an elderly female scientist.

Hoppers: Everything You Need To Know About Disney & Pixar’s All-New Comedy Adventure Now Playing In Theaters

by Explore Disney+ Contributor

March 6, 2026

Watch the trailer, check out the Disney+ special look, and learn about Disney and Pixar’s Hoppers before seeing it in theaters

Enter robotic animal conscious-transfer chaos. Yes, you read that right. Disney & Pixar’s new animated movie puts a fun and hilarious sci-fi spin on the animal kingdom. Pixar’s signature animation and humor make it the perfect family watch this spring. Before you get your tickets, check out the trailer, a Disney+ special look, and see if you recognize the voices behind the animal characters.

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When did Hoppers come to theaters?

The movie was released in theaters on Friday, March 6 with evening showtimes on Thursday, March 5, 2026.

What is Hoppers about?

When Mabel learns that scientists have invented a way for human minds to “hop” into lifelike robotic animals and communicate with real animals, she immediately seizes the opportunity. Mabel fulfills her dream of fully immersing herself in the animal world and embarks on the adventure of a lifetime.

Who are the cast and characters of Hoppers?

Bear holding up Mabel (as a beaver) with it's mouth surrounded by many other woodland animals including beavers, racoons, deer, rabbits and tortoise.
Hoppers, Disney Pixar

Mabel (Piper Curda)

Mabel is a passionate animal-loving teen who uses groundbreaking technology to  “hop” her consciousness into a robotic beaver. She and her beaver avatar are voiced by Piper Curda (I Didn’t Do It).

King George (Bobby Moynihan)

King George, also known as the mammal king is a charismatic beaver, and Mabel’s new friend who is voiced by Moynihan (Inside Out 2, Monsters at Work).

Mayor Jerry Generazzo (Jon Hamm)

Smooth-talking local human Mayor Jerry poses a threat that the animals must overcome. Voiced by Jon Hamm (Marvel's M.O.D.O.K. on Hulu).

Insect Queen (Meryl Streep)

The Insect Queen, who becomes determined to “squish” the humans, is brought to life with the iconic voice of Meryl Streep (Into the Woods, Fantastic Mr. Fox).

Tom Lizard (Tom Law)

Though Tom Lizard prefers to avoid drama at all costs and rise above the fray, his insatiable curiosity typically puts him in the middle of it. Voiced by Tom Law.

Who’s behind Hoppers?

Mabel with King George and some other woodland animals together on a rock under a clear sunny sky.
Hoppers, Disney Pixar

The movie is directed by Daniel Chong, screenplay by Jesse Andrews, and produced by Nicole Paradis Grindle (who produced Incredibles 2). Executive producers include Pixar legend Pete Docter, Kiri Hart, and Peter Sohn. Hoppers also features an original score by Mark Mothersbaugh.

For even more animated fun on Explore Disney+, check out our articles on Zootopia 2 and Elio.

Explore More Scenes From Hoppers 

  • Mabel (as a beaver) in the woods looking up at some yellow birds in a tree.

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