Frozen 3 release date announced
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The gist
Disney announced Frozen 3 releases Nov 24, 2027, with first concept art at D23. The sequel centers on Anna's wedding and a mysterious new royal member.
Background
Frozen 3 was announced by former Disney CEO Bob Iger in February 2023. At D23 2026, Disney revealed the first concept art and an official synopsis, confirming the film will focus on Queen Anna's wedding to Kristoff and introduce a mysterious new member to the royal family. The film is part of Disney's ongoing expansion of the Frozen franchise, with Frozen 4 also confirmed to be in development.
How it unfolded
- Feb 2023Former Disney CEO Bob Iger announced Frozen 3 was in development.
- Mar 2023Songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez confirmed they would return for the third film.
- Nov 2023Bob Iger confirmed Frozen 4 was also in the works.
- Aug 13, 2026At D23 Expo, Disney revealed first concept art and an official synopsis for Frozen 3, confirming a Nov 24, 2027 release date.
- Aug 14, 2026 -15, 2026Cast members including Idina Menzel, Kristen Bell, and Josh Gad confirmed the film will center on Anna's wedding to Kristoff, with Olaf having a girlfriend.
Still unverified
The specific plot details about the 'mysterious new member' and Olaf's girlfriend are based on concept art and cast comments, but full plot details have not been officially released.