Nearly 10 years later, Disney takes audiences back to the land of Zootopia, where animals live in (mostly) harmony with each other, and a rookie policewoman named Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and her new partner Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are on a new mystery. first review for zootopia 2 are in, and critics are praising it, from its thoughtful themes and deep world-building to its up-to-the-minute comedy and dazzling visuals.
Here’s what the critics are saying about zootopia 2,
Where? Zootopia was about these two learning to trust each other, its sequel deals with the tricky pursuit of mutual respect… These films are comedies first and crime-film homages second, but it’s their tertiary value as social commentary that makes the franchise so indispensable: Behind the laughs lie teachable moments… along Zootopia In the movies, there’s hardly any doubt that while Nick and Judy have our attention, life is simply going on out of the frame – which naturally suggests that there are an infinite number of stories to be told in the seemingly incongruous realms of Zootopia… but if there was any mystery as to whether the creative team could maintain Zootopia’s charm, Nick and Judy has effectively put our minds to rest.
– Peter Debruge, Variety
This does not mean zootopia 2 It’s not just funny, zippy, and overly enjoyable – it really is – but it also has the kind of heart that has been missing from other Disney animated offerings for a very long time. There is a weight to the message of the film. There is genuine care behind the bond between Nick and Judy… worth the wait? Yes, and we can’t wait for the next feather (wink).
– Kate Erbland, IndieWire
zootopia 2 Could hold the title of Disney’s most impressive animated sequel to date. In most cases, the formula that propelled the first one to hit status remains unchanged: an encyclopedia of animal pranks, an upbeat tune by Shakira, and a twist villain. and yet, zootopia 2 Comes as an extension with a stronger, more focused approach to your mature thoughts.
-Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times
This sequel… proves to be worth the long wait, knocking it out of the park with its dazzling visuals, sophisticated humor and a dose of genuine emotion… the plot is merely a pretext for a series of violent episodes featuring delightful animal characters both old and new… while no individual scene matches the brilliance of the previous film’s classic sequence featuring a sleazy DMV clerk… zootopia 2 One insane lie after another is presented beautifully by co-directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard.
-Frank Scheck, Hollywood Reporter
zootopia 2 manages to capture the magic of the first film and give us something else to get excited about within the world and lore of Zootopia… like any good Disney film, the themes presented in zootopia 2 The concepts are much deeper than the surface level… zootopia 2 It’s been worth the almost 10 year wait and hopefully we’ll be back with Nick, Judy and Gary soon.
– Rachel Leishman, The Mary Sue
First Zootopia It was so much fun it’s almost a surprise to find it zootopia 2Coming almost a decade later, it’s just as charming, funny and extremely entertaining. What could have been a phoned-in, scandalous cash grab turns out to be a carefully crafted heartfelt action comedy… Ultimately, this sequel is packed with humor, action, and heart, culminating in emotional declarations that underscore just how meaningful Judy and Nick’s bond has become. till the end, zootopia 2 Not only satisfies longtime fans but also leaves room for a third installment.
– Sandy Angulo Chen, Common Sense Media
zootopia 2 Quite good, actually: repeatedly funny, full of clever gags and lively set pieces, and anchored by a rich thematic core… This sequel marks a return to the kind of consistent quality we once expected from the House of Mouse, buoyed by having a multi-quadrant good hang out. To sum it up: It was amazing.
– Matt Oakes, Silver Screen Riot
Just because a sequel isn’t ambitious doesn’t mean it can’t be at least decent. zootopia 2 Exactly falls in this category. It’s thoroughly entertaining, fast-paced and will definitely appeal to kids, especially those ages 10 and under. Parents may get impatient every now and then, but there are plenty of little jokes and sly references to keep the adults engaged.
– Christopher Lloyd, The Film Yap
Like the first movie, zootopia 2 Frantic paced, wildly eccentric, and uniquely focused on the bond between our two heroes… zootopia 2 Gorgeously animated, extremely fun and hilarious… Yet, it’s hidden in such familiarity that, at best, it feels like an homage to buddy cop franchises like Lethal Weapon and, at worst, it feels like the sequel is choosing the safest way to expand the franchise.
-Tyler Tang, discussing the film
zootopia 2Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard (both veterans of the first film), like many sequels long overdue, it’s a slightly watered-down version of what came before… but the central relationship of Judy and Nick is a team-up with some echoes of 48 hoursremains a compelling and primary reason zootopia 2 This will be quite the satisfaction for families looking for more cartoony lions, tigers and bears (oh my god) this November. It looks great, it’s a little fun and animal cities are fun
– Jake Coyle, Associated Press
The good news is that Disney has tried to be even more thoughtful and subtle with its oppression metaphors this time around. The bad news is that the Mouse House also seems less invested in Zootopia as an artistic endeavor, churning out a sequel that feels more like a Disney+ TV show than an animated epic.
-Caroline Seade, AV Club
there’s some humor in this Z2: Of course there are. But they are algorithmically generated and corporately approved. It’s the kind of movie you put on an iPad to keep the kids quiet during long plane or train journeys; Of course there is nothing wrong with it, but heart and soul are lacking.
– Peter Bradshaw, The Guardian
zootopia 2 Comes stronger. More stronger. It tries to keep the audience engaged with noise, velocity and an insistent tone, which is clearly disturbing. It tries so hard to win the audience’s hearts that it paradoxically keeps them at a distance.
– Soren Anderson, Seattle Times
Zootopia 2 will be released in theaters on November 26, 2025.
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