Jason Bateman Says it Took A Zoo To Make ‘Zootopia 2’
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<figcaption class="wp-caption-text" id="caption-attachment-172164">[L-R] Nick Wilde (voiced by Jason Bateman) and Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2.” From the Oscar®-winning team of Disney Animation chief creative officer Jared Bush and Byron Howard (directors) and Yvett Merino (producer), “Zootopia 2” opens in theaters Nov. 26. © 2025 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.</figcaption></figure>Jason Bateman is back at Walt Disney Animation, voicing Nick Wilde, the clever and charming fox in Zootopia 2. The first film became a global hit nearly ten years ago. Now, Bateman says returning feels both surreal and meaningful.
Jason Bateman Says Zootopia 2 Sends Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps on a New Mystery
Jason Bateman returns as the voice of Nick Wilde in Zootopia 2. This time, Nick and Judy Hopps face their biggest challenge yet. A new case takes them deep into an unexplored part of the city. Along the way, they meet new characters, form surprising alliances, and dive into a fast-paced mystery — just like the one fans loved in the first movie.
Jason Bateman Talks About Reprising His Role in Zootopia 2
For Jason Bateman, the decision to return wasn’t even a question. The world of Zootopia has remained a fan favorite since 2016, and Bateman reflects that stepping back into Nick Wilde’s personality felt like revisiting an old friend.
At the Zootopia 2 premiere, Bateman shared how grateful he is for the massive creative team working behind the scenes the people who, he says, elevate his performance and help bring the story to life.
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A Massive Creative Team Behind The Magic
Jason Bateman’s remarks highlight something Disney fans often forget: animated films take years to build and rely on hundreds of artists, animators, designers, and sound experts. With Zootopia 2, that collaborative effort is larger than ever, shaping a sequel that aims to deliver humor, heart, and the richly detailed world audiences love.
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Release Date
Zootopia 2 opens in theaters November 26.
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