The Disney Entertainment Showcase at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event was a spectacle of announcements and exclusive reveals, leaving fans enthralled. The event featured a star-studded lineup of celebrities, including Anne Hathaway, Dana Walden, Alan Bergman, Pete Docter, Benjamin Bratt, and many more. The showcase highlighted upcoming projects from various Disney brands, including Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and Walt Disney Animation Studios.
One of the highlights was the announcement of Incredibles 3, directed by Peter Sohn and produced by Academy Award winners Dana Murray and Brad Bird. The film will release in theaters on June 16, 2028, and will feature the fan-favorite family of Supers back in action.
Another notable reveal was the sequel to Coco, titled Coco 2, which will debut in theaters in November 2029. The film will explore the life-changing return trip to the Land of the Dead for Miguel, with new concept art revealing him as a teenager. The original team behind the first film, including director Lee Unkrich and co-director Adrian Molina, will return for this installment.
The showcase also introduced KINGDOM HEARTS IV, a game inspired by Coco with a late 2027 release window. Additionally, a brand-new Kingdom Hearts series is coming soon to Disney+.
Disney & Pixar Games and SQUARE ENIX shared details on KINGDOM HEARTS IV, and a new original film titled Ghost Market was announced, directed by Trevor Jimenez and Jesse Andrews, with a release date of March 2028. The film introduces audiences to ʻOno Market, a hidden plate lunch shop on Oʻahu’s North Shore that serves lost spirits.
The event also featured a sneak peek of Gatto, an animated adventure directed by Enrico Casarosa and produced by Andrea Warren. The film follows the scrappy black cat Nero, voiced by Mark Ruffalo, as he navigates the canal-ridden city of Venice, Italy.
Lilo & Stitch 2, the sequel to the blockbuster film, is set to begin production in Hawaiʻi later this year, directed by Chris Sanders. The film will open in theaters on May 26, 2028, and will feature a new pink co-star, Angel.
The showcase also included a sequel to Romy & Michele, titled Romy & Michele 2, directed by Tim Federle and starring Mira Sorvino and Lisa Kudrow. The film will debut exclusively on Hulu in 2027.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians made an appearance with a teaser trailer for the third season, coming to Disney+ on November 20, 2026. The show introduced Walker Scobell as Percy Jackson, alongside surprise guests Ming-Na Wen and Andra Day.
Camp Rock 3 was also mentioned, with a musical performance by Liamani Segura, Malachi Barton, Hudson Stone, Lumi Pollack, and Casey Trotter. The film is now streaming on Disney+.
The Bluey Movie, a CG-animated film based on the beloved series, was announced with a teaser trailer and a surprise game of Keepy Uppy for fans. The film will arrive in theaters on August 6, 2027.
Ice Age: Boiling Point was introduced with an exclusive clip featuring Scrat and Baby Scrat, and their enormous, prehistoric cousin, Jurassic Scrat. The film will release in theaters on February 5, 2027.
Disney Theatrical Group announced a stage adaptation of The Greatest Showman, which will premiere at Theatre Royal Drury Lane in London's West End in spring 2027.
Tangled, a live-action retelling of the 2010 Disney animated film, was also mentioned, with a taped message from Rapunzel and Flynn Rider. The film will open in theaters on March 31, 2028.
Oswald, an all-new live-action animated hybrid series based on the classic character Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, was revealed, with a clip screened for the audience. The series will premiere on February 17, 2027, exclusively on Disney+.
LION, a series based on a remarkable true story, was introduced, filmed over four years following a real pride and a single cub, Kio, on his journey to becoming king. The series will premiere on August 19 on National Geographic and stream on Disney+ and Hulu.
The showcase concluded with a sneak peek of Zootopia 3, officially in early development at Walt Disney Animation Studios. The film will feature an exclusive custom sequence, and production is underway on an all-new original feature titled Clay, with Academy Award winner Kieran Culkin starring in the leading role.
In closing, the event showcased Disney's commitment to delivering captivating content across various platforms, leaving fans eagerly anticipating the future of their favorite franchises.
