Jared Bush discusses 'Zootopia 2,' Disney's legacy, fostering fresh voices, evolving animation techniques and music's role in storytelling.

The Oscar-winning director kicked off Disney day at the animation film festival with a first look at the sequel to Disney's 2016 megahit.

As Zootopia 2 races toward its theatrical release on November 26, 2025, director Jared Bush is opening up about the balancing act involved in crafting a sequel that lives up to expectations. In a candid conversation with Variety,