Disney thrilled fans with a sneak peek of its upcoming movies and shows at the D23 Disney Entertainment Showcase. This biennial event brought together 12,000 excited fans for an evening packed with trailers, previews, and star appearances.
The event started with Dwayne Johnson introducing the sequel to the popular animated film Moana, titled "Moana 2." Johnson, who voices Maui, joked about his character's singing and shared his excitement for the new movie, which is scheduled for release on November 27. Fans can expect more adventures with Moana and Maui in this eagerly awaited sequel.
Another highlight was the announcement of a sequel to the 2003 movie Freaky Friday, featuring Jamie Lee Curtis and Lindsay Lohan. The new film, called "Freakier Friday," promises more fun and emotional moments as the mother-daughter duo switches bodies once again. The stars expressed their gratitude to fans, saying that their support made this sequel possible.
Director Barry Jenkins gave the audience a first look at "Mufasa: The Lion King," a live-action prequel featuring original music by Lin Manuel Miranda. This highly anticipated movie will be released in theaters on December 20.
James Cameron, the director of the Avatar series, provided an update on the third installment, now officially titled "Avatar: Fire and Ash." Cameron hinted at the film’s high emotional stakes and promised that it would surprise audiences.
Other announcements included "Zootopia 2," a live-action "Snow White" starring Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot, and a new Tron movie titled "Tron Ares," featuring Jeff Bridges, Jared Leto, and Greta Lee.
The D23 showcase left fans eagerly anticipating these exciting new releases.
