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Pixar’s Hoppers Opens in U.S. Theaters to Warm Early Reviews

The film marks Pixar’s 30th original feature, uniting a sci‑fi premise with an ecological theme under director Daniel Chong’s comedy‑first approach.

Overview

  • The release follows a March 5 rollout in parts of Latin America, with the U.S. debut on March 6 as early critics praise its humor, emotion and environmental throughline.
  • The story centers on Mabel, who uses experimental tech to inhabit a robotic beaver as a way to connect with animals and protect their habitat.
  • Two post‑credits scenes are included, positioned as light, comedic extras rather than teases for a sequel.
  • Chong says the project took about six years to make, emphasizes it was created without AI, and notes he is open to future installments depending on audience response.
  • The voice cast features Piper Curda, Jon Hamm and Meryl Streep, with an original single by SZA titled Save The Day and a score by Mark Mothersbaugh.