Disney Unveils First-Ever Zootopia Ride Ahead of Sequel (Photos)

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Disney Unveils First-Ever Zootopia Ride Ahead of Sequel (Photos)

New photos confirm Zootopia 2 isn't Disney's only new addition to this animated franchise.

First released in 2016, Walt Disney Animation's Zootopia is a buddy cop tale set within a contemporary, animal-populated metropolis. The film stars Ginnifer Goodwin as idealist rabbit police officer Judy Hopps next to Jason Bateman as Nick Wilde, a cynical fox con artist.

Upon its release, Zootopia enjoyed both critical and financial success, leading Disney to release a Disney+ spin-off, Zootopia+, in 2022; the studio has since announced an upcoming full-length sequel.

But before Zootopia 2 hits the big screen, Disney has another sequel story to tell, and it's one that can't be experienced in a theater.

Disney Reveals First-Ever Zootopia Ride

Opening later this year at the Shanghai Disney Resort is the first-ever Zootopia-themed land anchored by a brand-new Disney ride titled "Zootopia: Hot Pursuit."

According to a press release from Disney, "Zootopia: Hot Pursuit" is set "after the film's timeline" and Nick Wilde is now "officially a police officer in the Zootopia Police Department" alongside Judy Hopps.

The story begins when Gazelle, Zootopia's signature pop star voiced by Shakira, is kidnapped on the day of a huge celebration concert.

Chief Bogo, voiced by Idris Elba in the film, reluctantly assigns park guests as backup for Nick Wilde and Judy Hopps.

Once aboard, guests find themselves in a chase through Zootopia's various terrains, including icy Tundra Town, Mystic Springs Oasis, Sahaha Square, and the Rainforest District, all while encountering characters from the 2016 film.