(L-R) Directors Rich Moore and Byron Howard and producer Clark Spencer of ZOOTOPIA took part today in "Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Upcoming Films" presentation at Disney's D23 EXPO 2015 in Anaheim, Calif.

(L-R) Directors Rich Moore and Byron Howard and producer Clark Spencer of ZOOTOPIA took part today in “Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Upcoming Films” presentation at Disney’s D23 EXPO 2015 in Anaheim, Calif.

Disney’s D23 Expo is going on now and yesterday during the Animation Presentation took place before a sold-out crowd of fanatic Disney lovers. Dressed in costumes and waiting in lines for hours to attend the bi-annual event. The crowd was rewarded for their persistence with a whirlwind of celebrities, directors, and producers sharing surprises about the films they’ve been working on.

ZOOTOPIA – Pictured (L-R): Nick Wilde, Judy Hopps. "It's a nod to the great Disney animated animal films we all grew up with, but with a funny, contemporary twist," said director Rich Moore (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “The Simpsons”). "Our artists and animators did tons of research to integrate true animal behaviors into each of our characters. The world of Zootopia is fantastic, infused with international flavor that will be relatable to everyone.” ©2015 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

ZOOTOPIA – Pictured (L-R): Nick Wilde, Judy Hopps. “It’s a nod to the great Disney animated animal films we all grew up with, but with a funny, contemporary twist,” said director Rich Moore (“Wreck-It Ralph,” “The Simpsons”). “Our artists and animators did tons of research to integrate true animal behaviors into each of our characters. The world of Zootopia is fantastic, infused with international flavor that will be relatable to everyone.” ©2015 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

The first film to be highlighted was ZOOTOPIA. Directors Byron Howard and Rich Moore and producer  Clark Spencer were on hand to share an extended sneak peek into the movie. The plot is centered around a fast-talking fox who’s wrongfully accused of a crime, so he heads out on the lam. He’s chased by the city’s top cop, a rabbit who’s hot on his trail until she too becomes a target, and these natural enemies have to team up to clear their names.

Actress Ginnifer Goodwin of ZOOTOPIA took part today in "Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Upcoming Films" presentation at Disney's D23 EXPO 2015 in Anaheim, Calif.

Actress Ginnifer Goodwin of ZOOTOPIA took part today in “Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios: The Upcoming Films” presentation at Disney’s D23 EXPO 2015 in Anaheim, Calif.

The film stars the voice of Jason Bateman as the fox,  Nick Wild and Ginnifer Goodwin (Once Upon a Time) as Judy Hopps, the self-riotous rabbit.

A fast-talking fox is framed for a crime he didn’t commit in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia” (working title)—in theaters in 2016. ©2013 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

A fast-talking fox is framed for a crime he didn’t commit in Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia” (working title)—in theaters in 2016. ©2013 Disney. All Rights Reserved.

The team announced they’d just traveled to Barcelona, Spain, to record their newest castmember, Shakira. She’s lent her voice talents to play the part of Gazella, a huge Zootopia pop star.

Shakira joins Disney Zootopia cast

The film is produced by John Lasseter and Clark Sparer and will debut in theaters March 4, 2016.

Zootopia US Teaser Trailer

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For Toddlers (ages 2-5)

Little Golden Book – Disney Zootopia – Hardcover, ISBN: 978-0-7364-3389-1

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For Kids Ages 6-9, Grade Level 1-4

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ZOOTOPIA Apparel

Disney Zootopia Logo Men's T-shirt (additional colors available)

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Disney Zootopia Logo T-Shirt 100% Cotton (Additional Colors Available)

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Disney Women's Zootopia T-shirt (Additional Colors Available)

Women’s  T-shirt (Additional Colors Available)

Disney Zootopia Logo Woman T-shirt Slim Fit (Additional Colors Available)

Logo Woman T-shirt Slim Fit (Additional Colors Available)

Disney Men's Zootopia T-shirts (Additional Colors Available)

Men’s T-shirt (Additional Colors Available)

Disney Women's Zootopia Tank Top (Additional Colors Available)

Women’s Tank Top (Additional Colors Available)