Disney has announced the much-awaited sequels including Moana 2, Avatar: Fire and Ash, Toy Story 5 and many more coming in the future! After a long wait, fans are going to see their favourite movies on screen again. The movies aim to follow similar stories, connecting old characters with new interesting plotlines. With the start of D23, a special Disney fan event, the production house has started teasing upcoming exciting favourite-to-be movies for its fascinating fantasy collection.
D23 is currently taking place at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center in California. Running from August 9 to August 11, 2024, it is an important moment for Disney to show all its preparations to its fans and share its journey with the world.
Disney sequels announced at D23
Animated Disney sequel in production
Walt Disney Productions has finally announced that Toy Story 5 is in the works. The sequel is expected to release in the summer of 2026. Fans can check out its teaser on Disney’s official Instagram page! The fifth installment of this popular animated franchise will be based on the theme of toys vs technology, where Woody and his friends will try to fight the changing times.
Moana 2 will hit the silver screens on November 27, 2024. The official trailer of the sequel is now streaming and has left the audience wanting more. The trailer features Moana’s younger sister and her adventure in breaking an ancient curse.
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Walt Disney Animation Studios Chief Creative Officer Jennifer Lee also revealed concept art of another upcoming animated project, Frozen 3. After the success of Frozen 1 and 2, fans were eagerly waiting for the threequel to arrive. Now, it seems the wait is over.
In Frozen 3, sisters Elsa and Anna prepare for the arrival of a deadly creature. Disney plans to release the film in 2027. The Frozen Broadway musical, filmed live on stage, will also be available to watch on Disney Plus in 2025.
Zootopia 2 is also expected to hit the big screen. Disney’s Instagram page has revealed the official poster and announced its release window for November 2025. Actor Ginnifer Goodwin revealed that Ke Hui Quan will also be a member of the Zootopia 2 team.
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Apart from the upcoming animated projects, D23 also announced the title of their upcoming Avatar project. The poster of Avatar: Fire and Ash was recently posted on Disney’s official Instagram, and it is set to hit the big screens on December 19, 2025. The production house is yet to release an official teaser and trailer. The upcoming production Tron: Ares was also a highlight at D23. It is official that the American rock band, Nine Inch Nails will compose the music for the film. Director Joachim Rønning is going to helm the project.
8 upcoming Disney sequels under production
1. Freaky Friday
2. The Incredibles 3
3. Toy Story 5
4. Zootopia 2
5. Frozen 3
6. Avatar: Fire and Ashes
7. Moana 2
8. Tron: Ares
