Disney Unveils Blockbuster Lineup at Destination D23 2025: Pixar, Marvel, and TRON Take Center Stage
Disney fans packed into Destination D23 2025 this weekend for the highly anticipated Walt Disney Studios Showcase, where a flurry of new films, sequels, and theme park updates were revealed. Hosted by Yvette Nicole Brown and joined by special guests including Jodi Benson and the Russo Brothers, the showcase delivered a mix of nostalgia, surprise announcements, and first looks at what’s ahead for Disney, Pixar, Marvel, and 20th Century Studios.
Disney officially revealed the title of the next chapter in the Ice Age franchise: Ice Age: Boiling Point. The prehistoric gang is set to return to theaters on February 5, 2027, promising another frosty—but fiery—adventure.
Pixar’s Next Original Film: Hoppers
Pixar surprised fans with the announcement of Hoppers, an ambitious original story likened to an “animal-themed Avatar.” In the film, humans take on artificial animal bodies to explore a new world, blending stunning visuals with Pixar’s signature emotional storytelling. Hoppers is set for release in March 2026.
Toy Story Celebrations and Sequel News
Pixar also honored the 30th anniversary of Toy Story, the film that launched an animation revolution in 1995. To mark the milestone, the original Toy Story will return to theaters on September 12, 2025.
Fans also got their first details on Toy Story 5, arriving next summer. A new character was revealed: “Multibuzz”, a high-tech, 50-piece collector’s edition Buzz Lightyear toy who will shake up the dynamic between Woody and friends. Buzz himself will even appear in the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to help kick off the celebration.
Marvel fans were treated to a special appearance from Paul Rudd alongside directors Joe and Anthony Russo, who teased their upcoming blockbuster The Avengers: Doomsday. The massive ensemble film is slated for release in December 2026, promising to be one of Marvel’s biggest cinematic events to date.
Disney Parks didn’t miss out on the fun. The iconic TRON attractions at Magic Kingdom and Shanghai Disneyland will soon receive a TRON: Ares overlay, inspired by the upcoming film. Complete with an all-new Nine Inch Nails soundtrack, the limited-time experience debuts September 15, 2025 in Florida and September 16, 2025 in Shanghai.
Beyond the headline reveals, Pixar teased its updated release calendar, hinting at even more original stories in the pipeline. Combined with the return of legacy franchises and innovative park overlays, the Destination D23 2025 showcase made it clear: Disney is doubling down on both nostalgia and bold new directions.
✨ With Toy Story 5, Ice Age: Boiling Point, Hoppers, and The Avengers: Doomsday on the horizon—not to mention TRON’s electrifying park upgrade—fans have plenty to look forward to in the coming years.
