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Hoppers

Hoppers is a 2026 American animated science fiction comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Hoppers is a 2026 American animated science fiction comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by Daniel Chong and written by Jesse Andrews, the film follows college student Mabel Tanaka as she transfers her consciousness into a robotic beaver to communicate with animals and prevent the destruction of their habitat. The voice cast includes Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco.

Premise

Hoppers follows Mabel Tanaka, an animal-loving college student who uses a brain-transfer technology to 'hop' into a robotic beaver. In that form, she tries to communicate with animals and stop the destruction of their habitat.

Production

The film was directed by Daniel Chong and written by Jesse Andrews, with a story by Chong and Andrews. It was produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures.

Voice cast

The credited voice cast includes Piper Curda as Mabel Tanaka, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco. Other cast members have also been reported in reviews and coverage.

Release

Hoppers had a 2026 theatrical release in the United States, with a reported release date of March 6, 2026. Some sources also note an early premiere or screening in late February 2026.

Key facts

  • Hoppers is a 2026 animated science fiction comedy from Pixar and Walt Disney Pictures.
  • The film follows Mabel Tanaka, who uses experimental technology to enter a robotic beaver.
  • Its plot involves animals resisting habitat destruction and confronting human development.
  • Daniel Chong directed the film, from a screenplay by Jesse Andrews and a story by Chong and Andrews.
  • The film premiered in U.S. theatres on March 6, 2026.
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Canadian context

Canadian audiences may know Hoppers as a Pixar release distributed by Walt Disney Pictures, with theatrical availability extending beyond the United States through Disney’s international distribution.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Hoppers movie about?
It follows Mabel Tanaka, a college student who transfers her consciousness into a robotic beaver to talk with animals and help save a habitat from destruction.
When is Hoppers movie coming out?
It was released in U.S. theatres on March 6, 2026.
Who is in the cast of Hoppers?
Reported voice cast members include Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, Jon Hamm, Kathy Najimy, and Dave Franco.
Is Hoppers a Pixar movie?
Yes. It was produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures.
What is the release date of Hoppers?
March 6, 2026, in the United States.
Who directed Hoppers?
Daniel Chong directed the film.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoppers_(film)
    Supports: Synopsis, director, cast, studio, and U.S. release date.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26443616/
    Supports: Director and release date information.
  3. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/hoppers
    Supports: Synopsis, director, genre, and theatrical release date.
  4. NPR — https://www.npr.org/2026/03/06/nx-s1-5736549/hoppers-pixar-review
    Supports: Plot description and principal cast.
  5. The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/hoppers-review-pixar-disney-comedy-1236518225/
    Supports: Director, premise, and Pixar production context.
  6. Variety — https://variety.com/2026/film/reviews/hoppers-review-jon-hamm-piper-curda-pixar-1236675932/
    Supports: Director and premise.