Pixar's Hoppers (2026)

[Evan]

Here's a few pics from the World Premiere set-up from last week at El Capitan Theatre.... well, the scenic part of it anyway..

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You're welcome for the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra zoom...

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I'm a simple guy, i see giant shark, I take a bunch of pics. Wanted a selfie, but it was so far away. *sigh*

Haha! I’m surprised they are giving away the shark like that - fun moment.

 

[Wesker69]

Haha! I’m surprised they are giving away the shark like that - fun moment.

It was the premiere. They needed a big visual prop & since it is out of context, it just turns into a fun visual photo-op for premiere attendees.

In other news... if you see the movie at AMC on Saturday

 

[Jerroddragon]

I'm using my A-list twice if I can to grab 2 of these...if I love the film when I see it on Thursday

 

[Wesker69]

It gives off the vibes of "Avatar for kids, but with animals" vibes.

 

[Jerroddragon]

I saw the movie last night, a very great film

Its clever, funny, the middle of the film has amazing quick pacing, with a good message and lots of heart. I think Disney really under estimated this one with the lack of in park things tieing in with this film. If you want you want a good time this weekend I'd check it out, this is what people online say they want clever new films and not just another sequel.

Spoiler

1) I loved they made a flawed but great main character. She has the best intentions but sadly in out world that doesn't mean people view you as a good person and yeah feels like crap when the world thinks one way and you think differently
2) The message is great but also there are not people like Jerry, we can't get too political but Sam Altman doesn't give a dam about nature or people when he builds data centers he just wants more money and power and thats it and will do every dirty trick to get what he wants. I get we can't squish everyone but thats the only thing I'm like ok on the film because some people are just bad and they will keep doing bad things until someone stops them and the current world and BS happening now is because of men like Jerry who only care for their goals and the rest of us can go to hell for all they care

Anyway its a kids film, so I get its hard to say more then just "work with people who want to make the world better" but in the real world people need to pay bills and have families and sadly can't live like the main character but god please the people who can

 

[Nick]

Doing a double feature today with the wife and seeing this and The Bride. Glad to hear good things about this.

 

[Parkscope Joe]

Doing a double feature today with the wife and seeing this and The Bride. Glad to hear good things about this.

First was Barbenhammer now it’s The Bropper.

 

[david10225]

It gives off the vibes of "Avatar for kids, but with animals" vibes.

I think the main character when she saw the lab said Like Avatar!

I thought it reminded me of the Wild Robot.

 

[Wesker69]

I'm sure it's cute, but I'll probably wait until I'm bored & can watch on D+

I do appreciate a shark character though, it reminds me of Finding Nemo's "Bruce"

 

[TheGentTrent]

I'm sure it's cute, but I'll probably wait until I'm bored & can watch on D+

I do appreciate a shark character though, it reminds me of Finding Nemo's "Bruce"

This is exactly why we're getting Toy Story 5, Monsters Inc 3, Incredibles 3, and Coco 2.

 

[Wesker69]

This is exactly why we're getting Toy Story 5, Monsters Inc 3, Incredibles 3, and Coco 2.

Not exactly. That's literally a poor way to look at someone's lack of interest. I personally don't have interest in any of those sequels (IF they happen) except Coco 2. First one was a perfect one & done, but we'll see if another actually gets made.

I hate the Incredibles (never saw 2, or possibly even 1 haha). It always looked like the knock-off Pixar version of Fantastic 4 to me. I'm still annoyed by the cheap "California Screamin" takeover at DCA

Monsters Inc only had a prequel (not even sure if i watched it), so it'd be MI2 if there is a legit sequel being made. Otherwise characters are fine & 1st movie is giving DHS a new coaster.

I have severely low expectations for Toy Story 5. Especially since 4 was terrible (except for the ventriloquist dummies.. loved those guys. Blame Goosebumps). For me, TS3 was the perfect ending.

 

[Jerroddragon]

This is exactly why we're getting Toy Story 5, Monsters Inc 3, Incredibles 3, and Coco 2.

I mean this

Make whatever excuses you want but Hoppers is a great to amazing film unless your some movie grump. If we don't support new films...I really don't want complaint on sequels and IPs in the theme parks because companies track money that's it. If most your money goes to supporting sequels then that's what we will get

Its not to call people out but its a simple fact of business. I put my money where my mouth is and see as many movies that seem to be in my interest as I can. It's not even an argument if you want more original animated good quality films see this if not......cool. Just don't act surprised when more Pixar sequels happen over new ideas

 

[Jake S]

I think it's pretty lame that we're doing an inward-facing firing squad over what is ultimately the result of insane amounts of consolidation in the film industry. They aren't making these movies because there's a direct line between the audience and the studio heads. They're making these movies because they believe they can spend much less money developing a sequel than they can taking a risk on a new project.

That's happening at the same time that it's never been more expensive to go to the theaters. That means people are choosier with what movies they see, which...yes, means you're more comfortable blowing $150 to take your family to see Toy Story 5 than Hoppers. Consumers are the object of history, not the subject. If it makes you feel good about yourself to proclaim that you're a better consumer than everyone else, godspeed. I just think it's badly missing the bigger picture.

 

[TheGentTrent]

Just to be clear, my above response was more of a light-hearted jape that was poking fun at the most common reasoning behind Disney and Pixar's recent original films failing financially. Probably should have used an emoji at the end. But I will also admit to a certain amount of frustration over audiences (not specifically anyone on this forum) who clamor for original stories yet only go to remakes and sequels.

If Hoppers appeals to you, go see it. If not, don't. Different strokes for different folks.

 

[Jerroddragon]

My point stands you want original movies stopped them

If not cool, but pressing things online does nothing if you don’t see the films

That’s just the buidniess truth. It’s not about feeling better it’s putting your money where your mouth is. If you don’t care cool but people online love to complain about sequels and IP rides only at the Disney parks but then people don’t support the new ideas so we get less of them

 

[Viator]

 

[Jerroddragon]

I’m happy People are seeing it, a very funny film, with a good message, and a flawed by for me lovable protagonist

 

[RFRees]

I thought it was great; myself and my girlfriend both really enjoyed it. Considering watching it again.

 

[ThemeParks4Life]

This was the first animated movie I’ve seen in theaters since Wild Robot, and I had a lot of fun with it. I think the third act gets a little clunky/over the top, but I laughed a significant amount. It needed more Lizard!

 

[Cwoolboy]

The best original movie Pixar has made in eleven years. The humor is weird but funny, our cast of animals are cute as heck (You gotta love King George), the third act is unhinged, and there is plenty of heart throughout. It’s very cool our heroine is nineteen years old. It’s unexpected, but appreciated.

The voice cast is strong. The stand-outs are Piper Curda as Mabel, Bobby Moynihan as King George, Kathy Najimy as Dr. Sam, Jon Hamm as Mayor Jerry, and Dave Franco as Titus. Jesse Andrews (Me and Earl and the Dying Girl, Every Day, Luca) is the sole credited screenwriter. His work here is strong. Daniel Chong (Creator of We Bare Bears) directs and does a very solid job.

The main villain isn’t who you would expect, and how he looks in the third act is actually frightening. It feels like it’s been forever since we’ve had a fantastic villain in a Disney/Pixar film, and we finally get one here. The message is great as well, but isn’t what most will walk away remembering from this. A feel-good, highly entertaining flick that doesn’t always go where you would expect it to. PIXAR IS BACK!!!

4.5 STARS