D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – Disney Entertainment Showcase took over the Honda Center in Anaheim, California, on Friday, August 14, delivering a packed preview of what’s ahead across Disney’s movie, television, and streaming slate. The evening featured exclusive first looks, major announcements, star-studded appearances, surprise reveals, and special musical performances spotlighting upcoming theatrical releases and Disney+ projects.
Hosted by Ginnifer Goodwin and Ke Huy Quan, the duo introduced Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro, who talked about his fandom to the thousands in mouse ears and Pooh shirts, telling the crowd of 12,000 that Disney makes “the world is more hopeful, more magical than it ever can be.”
“I don’t want to do anything else,” said D’Amaro. “We are not waiting on the future. We are building it. Right now.”
Before we get started tonight, I just wanted to say thank you,” said D’Amaro.. “Thank you for making Disney an important part of your lives.”
He then welcomed Disney legend Anne Hathaway, who said she was hard at work on Princess Diaries 3, making it perfect for her fans, whom she loves. “I never tire of being told to shut up.”
Incredibles 3 is set for 2028, and Coco 2 in 2029
Incredibles 3 also took the stage, offering a first look at the Parr family’s next superhero adventure. The Pixar film is scheduled to hit theaters in Summer 2028.
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“It’s the kids’ turn,” said Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter of Pixar Animation Studios. “And although supers are legal again, it doesn’t mean that all supers are good.”
Also, Coco 2 will return in 2029, and Benjamin Bratt, who played Ernesto de la Cruz will be back to reprise his role as the dashing villain. The story will pick up a few years after the original film as Ernesto plots his revenge against the boy who destroyed his afterlife. The pic will come out in November 2029.
Furthermore, it was announced that Kingdom Hearts will be adapted as a new game for Disney+
In Spring 2028, Pixar “dives into the supernatural” with Ghost Market, about a teen named Kyle who finds a hidden market that is run by the undead.
The final reveal was the film Gato, about a street-smart black cat. The crowd was shown an extended clip for the upcoming feline-centered film. It will hit theaters in March 2027.
Lilo & Stitch 2 will return in 2028 as live-action brings out slate
After an impressive light show, it was announced that Lilo & Stitch 2 will be released on May 28, 2028.
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Then Romy and Michelle reunited, as Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow announced the sequel in style.
Camp Rock 3 was announced by the Jonas brothers, who introduced the new campers. “None of this could happen without you guys,” said the trio.
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