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Malcolm McMillan

'Hoppers' review: Disney Pixar's new original movie is a delight with a surprisingly scary villain

"Hoppers" (2026) from Disney Pixar in theaters starting March 6.
Tom's Guide Verdict: 'Hoppers'
  • Rating: 3.5/5 stars
  • Verdict: "Hoppers" is a delightful time at the movies. It's a simple premise on its face, but if you dive into it a bit deeper, it's clear that this is more than just a zany animated adventure that appears to be ripping off "Avatar." Plus, Dave Franco makes a surprisingly scary yet enjoyable villain. It's not the next "Toy Story," but it's better than getting yet another sequel.
  • Where to watch: "Hoppers" premieres in theaters on March

"Hoppers" was not a movie I expected to see this year. Sure, I have a two-year-old, but they sometimes struggle to make it through an episode of "Bluey," so a 104-minute-long movie is out of the question. But this is a Disney Pixar movie, so it has the potential to be the biggest movie of the year. I owed it to the people to see this movie, even if I'm not the target demographic.

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