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Swapped

Swapped is a 2026 American animated fantasy adventure comedy film directed by Nathan Greno and produced by Skydance Animation for Netflix.

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

Swapped is a 2026 American animated fantasy adventure comedy film directed by Nathan Greno and produced by Skydance Animation for Netflix. The film follows a small woodland creature and a bird-like rival species member who accidentally swap bodies and must work together to survive and understand each other.

Plot

The story follows Ollie, a curious young Pookoo, and Ivy, a Javan from a rival species, who end up swapping forms after encountering a magical glowing pod. Forced into each other’s lives, they travel across the Valley, learn each other’s perspectives, and work together against larger threats.

Cast

The lead voice cast includes Michael B. Jordan as Ollie and Juno Temple as Ivy. Reviews and reporting also identify supporting voices including Tracy Morgan, Cedric the Entertainer, and Justina Machado.

Release and availability

Swapped was released in 2026 and is distributed by Netflix. Sources describe it as available to stream on Netflix rather than in a traditional theatrical release.

Production

The film was produced by Skydance Animation and directed by Nathan Greno, whose previous feature credit includes Tangled. It was developed from a story by Greno, Whittington, Magalhaes, Robert Snow, and Adam Karp.

Key facts

Directed by Nathan Greno and written by John Whittington, Christian Magalhaes, and Robert Snow.
Set in the Valley, the story follows Ollie and Ivy who accidentally swap bodies.
The film stars Michael B. Jordan and Juno Temple.
Available to stream on Netflix.
Previously known by the working title Pookoo.

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Canadian context

Canadian readers may know the film through Netflix’s streaming catalog; no specific Canada-exclusive production or release details were identified in the provided sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Swapped movie about?

It is about a Pookoo named Ollie and a Javan named Ivy who accidentally swap bodies and must learn to cooperate while navigating the Valley.

Who is in the cast of Swapped?

The lead voices are Michael B. Jordan as Ollie and Juno Temple as Ivy. Supporting cast mentioned in coverage includes Tracy Morgan, Cedric the Entertainer, and Justina Machado.

Where can I watch Swapped?

Swapped is available to stream on Netflix.

Is Swapped a Disney movie?

No. The film is produced by Skydance Animation and distributed by Netflix.

When was Swapped released?

Swapped was released in 2026.

What is the plot of Swapped?

Ollie and Ivy begin as rival species in the Valley, then accidentally transform into each other’s forms and journey together while trying to reverse the change and survive.

References

Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Swapped
Supports: Basic film identification, release year, director, studio, plot premise, and lead cast names.
IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29552248/
Supports: Film premise describing the body-swap adventure between two creatures.
The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-reviews/swapped-review-michael-b-jordan-juno-temple-netflix-1236581118/
Supports: Lead cast, plot details, supporting cast, and production context.
Variety — https://variety.com/2026/film/reviews/swapped-review-michael-b-jordan-juno-temple-1236733422/
Supports: Lead cast and plot details involving Ollie and Ivy.
The New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/01/movies/swapped-review.html
Supports: Release/runtime details, plot premise, and Netflix availability.
Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/swapped-cast-release-date
Supports: Cast, release, and streaming availability on Netflix.