Fans of Zootropolis 2 will be delighted to know that the much-loved sequel is arriving on Blu-ray™, DVD and Blu-ray™ SteelBook® on 9 March. As a parent, it’s exactly the kind of film that makes family movie nights easy — funny enough for adults, exciting for kids, and packed with heart.
Reuniting the brilliant crime-fighting duo Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, the story follows the pair as they investigate a new mystery when the slippery newcomer Gary De’Snake arrives in the bustling city of Zootropolis and throws everything into chaos. To solve the case, Judy and Nick must explore unfamiliar parts of the city, testing their friendship and teamwork along the way.
A Sequel Kids Will Love (and Parents Will Enjoy Too)
From a parent’s perspective, the film strikes a great balance between humour, adventure, and positive messages about friendship, perseverance, and working together. There are plenty of clever jokes for adults hidden amongst the colourful animation and fast-paced storytelling, which makes it enjoyable for the whole family rather than just the kids.
The animation is as impressive as ever from Walt Disney Animation Studios, with vibrant new locations in the city and a host of quirky animal characters that children will instantly love. The introduction of Gary De’Snake adds a fun new dynamic to the story, and younger viewers will enjoy the twists and comedic moments throughout.
It’s not surprising the film became such a global hit, earning more than $1.7 billion worldwide and becoming one of the biggest animated films ever released.
Extra Features That Kids Actually Want to Watch
One of the highlights of the Blu-ray release is the generous selection of bonus features. These are the kind of extras that children will genuinely enjoy rather than skipping past. The “Everybody Can Draw!” featurette is particularly fun for creative kids, guiding them step-by-step in drawing one of the new characters from the film.
Other extras give families a peek behind the scenes at how the film was made, including voice recording sessions and a look inside the Disney animation studios. There’s also a lively music video from Shakira, which younger fans will love dancing along to.
Perfect for Family Movie Night
Whether your children were fans of the original film or are discovering the world of Zootropolis for the first time, this sequel delivers plenty of laughs, adventure, and warmth. It’s the kind of animated film that holds kids’ attention while still keeping parents entertained — a rare but welcome combination.
With colourful characters, strong themes of friendship and teamwork, and lots of bonus content to explore, Zootropolis 2 makes a great addition to the family movie shelf.
The film is available to order now from retailers including Amazon, HMV, and Rarewaves.