GOAT (2026 film)

GOAT is a 2026 American animated sports comedy film about a young goat named Will who tries to make it in the high-contact sport of roarball.

GOAT is a 2026 American animated sports comedy film about a young goat named Will who tries to make it in the high-contact sport of roarball. It was directed by Tyree Dillihay and released in the United States on February 13, 2026. The film was produced by Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Unanimous Media, and Modern Magic.

Premise

GOAT follows Will, an anthropomorphic goat who gets a chance to join the pros in roarball, a sport similar to basketball but set in a hazardous animal world. The plot centers on his effort to prove that a small player can succeed at an elite level.

Production

The film was directed by Tyree Dillihay and produced by Columbia Pictures, Sony Pictures Animation, Unanimous Media, and Modern Magic. Reporting also identifies Stephen Curry as an executive producer and voice performer.

Release

GOAT premiered in Los Angeles on February 6, 2026, before opening in U.S. theatres on February 13, 2026. IMDb and Rotten Tomatoes both list the theatrical release in February 2026.

Reception

Wikipedia reports that the film received positive reviews from critics and earned about $195 million worldwide. Rotten Tomatoes and related coverage describe it as a family-oriented animated sports comedy.