Disney's Zootopia sequel, released in 2025, failed to recapture the bite and nuance of its critically acclaimed predecessor. While still a fun and entertaining romp for kids, it falls short in delivering an impactful story with meaningful themes.
Set shortly after the events of the original film, Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are now officially partners at the Zootopia Police Department. As they delve into a new case involving a sweet pit viper, a sinister family of billionaire lynxes, and a lost part of the city, they must confront their own prejudices, fears, and the machinations of a city that would prefer to see them fail.
Unfortunately, the sequel relies more on chases and animal puns rather than providing nuanced storytelling with depth. The themes of gentrification, fear of the unknown, and the cold calculations of the wealthy are present but lack the emotional heft of the original.
The animation, while colorful and diverting, lacks the enveloping quality of its predecessor. The lush Rainforest District from the first film is a highlight, whereas in Zootopia 2, even with 3D, I found myself less transported to the vibrant metropolis.
Despite this, there's no hint of cynicism or cash-grabbing here. The central mystery pays homage to classic noir films like Chinatown and The Third Man, and the script genuinely loves its characters, making them three-dimensional animal cops. It may not capture the same ephemeral magic as the original, but it's still a predictable – yet enjoyable – animated adventure.
As long as these lovable anthropomorphized animals continue to teach kids about acceptance, love, and important values through their adventures, I'm more than happy to watch. Your kids and theirs should be too, even if they don't quite match the original's bite.
Set shortly after the events of the original film, Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are now officially partners at the Zootopia Police Department. As they delve into a new case involving a sweet pit viper, a sinister family of billionaire lynxes, and a lost part of the city, they must confront their own prejudices, fears, and the machinations of a city that would prefer to see them fail.
Unfortunately, the sequel relies more on chases and animal puns rather than providing nuanced storytelling with depth. The themes of gentrification, fear of the unknown, and the cold calculations of the wealthy are present but lack the emotional heft of the original.
The animation, while colorful and diverting, lacks the enveloping quality of its predecessor. The lush Rainforest District from the first film is a highlight, whereas in Zootopia 2, even with 3D, I found myself less transported to the vibrant metropolis.
Despite this, there's no hint of cynicism or cash-grabbing here. The central mystery pays homage to classic noir films like Chinatown and The Third Man, and the script genuinely loves its characters, making them three-dimensional animal cops. It may not capture the same ephemeral magic as the original, but it's still a predictable – yet enjoyable – animated adventure.
As long as these lovable anthropomorphized animals continue to teach kids about acceptance, love, and important values through their adventures, I'm more than happy to watch. Your kids and theirs should be too, even if they don't quite match the original's bite.
The new Zootopia sequel is still fun but lacks that spark from the first one... 
- Disney still got the charm, but lacked that special sauce 
. Still fun for kiddos, but grown-ups like me need more depth 
. The new characters were cool I guess but they didn't feel as real as Judy and Nick from the first film 
. And don't even get me started on the animation – it was so pretty but also kinda empty 
. Still, I'll take my little ones to see it with them, 'cause that's what these movies are all about, right? 
. Instead of just going through the motions, maybe we should be asking ourselves what it is we really want from our entertainment – do we just crave something familiar, or can we tolerate a little bit of discomfort for something truly meaningful?
. It's still got heart and humor, what more can you ask for? The animation is gorgeous, I loved how they expanded on the Rainforest District 
. Yeah, it might not be as 'bitey' as the original but who cares? These characters are lovable, relatable, and learning valuable lessons 
. Kids will still love watching Judy & Nick solve another wild case 
. And let's be real, sometimes sequels just aren't meant to live up to that initial spark 
can't deny that. still, there's somethin about zootopia 1 that just gets me every time... maybe its just judy & nick's banter 
. what really disappointed me was how it didn't explore those deeper themes as much as i wanted it to 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, it's still fun for kids, but for an adult viewer like me, it just didn't have the same depth or emotional resonance 
. Still, I'll give 'em credit - the mystery's pretty solid and it's clear they loved making these characters 
. Don't get me wrong, our main couple Judy and Nick are still adorable and fun to watch 
, but the plot felt kinda predictable and relied too much on slapstick humor 
. The animation is pretty, no doubt about that