Pixar Releases Trailer for Upcoming Film Hoppers

Disney and Pixar Animation Studios released the official trailer for their upcoming animated feature "Hoppers" on Thursday, introducing audiences to a sci-fi comedy about a young animal lover who transfers her consciousness into a robotic beaver to communicate with wildlife. The film, directed by Daniel Chong, is scheduled for theatrical release on March 6, 2026.

The story centers on Mabel, a teenage scientist and passionate environmentalist voiced by Piper Curda. Hoping to thwart a construction company's plans to destroy a local animal habitat, Mabel uses advanced technology developed by a colleague to project her mind into a lifelike robotic beaver. This allows her to infiltrate the animal kingdom and converse directly with its inhabitants, revealing a hidden society governed by its own rules and hierarchies. As Mabel navigates this world, she encounters challenges including predator-prey dynamics and the delicate balance of nature, leading to unexpected alliances and conflicts.

The trailer showcases the film's blend of whimsy and high-stakes adventure, highlighting Mabel's discoveries among beavers, insects, birds, and other creatures. It features glimpses of an animal...