Disney has confirmed the release date, returning cast, and new plot details for the upcoming third installment of the Frozen franchise.
Key facts
- •Frozen 3 is scheduled for a theatrical release on November 24, 2027.
- •Voice cast members include Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, Jonathan Groff, and Josh Gad.
- •Olaf will have a love interest named Samantha in the new film.
- •Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez will return to compose the music.
- •Disney has confirmed that a fourth Frozen film is in the works.
Disney announced that Frozen 3 is scheduled to premiere in theaters on November 24, 2027. The film will feature the return of voice actors Kristen Bell as Anna, Idina Menzel as Elsa, Jonathan Groff as Kristoff, and Josh Gad as Olaf.
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Plot and Production Details
While the full plot remains under wraps, Disney confirmed that the story will feature the marriage of Anna and Kristoff, the introduction of a new villain, and a love interest for Olaf named Samantha. The film is set in the fictional land of Arendelle. Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez are set to compose the music for both Frozen 3 and a planned fourth installment. Production on the third film was underway as of October 2025, according to Kristen Bell.
Franchise History
The original Frozen film premiered in 2013, earning $1.3 billion worldwide and winning two Academy Awards, including Best Animated Feature. The 2019 sequel, also helmed by directors Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, earned $1.45 billion. Disney has previously confirmed that a fourth film is currently in development.
Timeline
- 2013The first Frozen film premiered in theaters.
- 2019The sequel to Frozen was released.
- August 2024Disney revealed concept art for Frozen 3.
- October 2025Kristen Bell stated that production on the film was getting underway.
- November 24, 2027Frozen 3 is scheduled to premiere in theaters.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Variety.
