When actors get cast in roles, it’s often because their auditions serve as proof that they're the right choices. However, Mark Ruffalo can thank his social media for landing him an upcoming Pixar movie. The actor has made a name for himself with hulk-y superhero and quirky indie roles, but his newest role is one that's close to the actor’s heart.
Pixar teamed up with the Emmy-winning actor for a purrfect role in the upcoming 2026 movie Gatto that allowed him to draw from his previous crime drama experiences. After the teaser trailer dropped, I learned the funny (and sweet) reason Ruffalo was cast in Pixar’s next movie, and I love everything about it. The director of the movie, Enrico Casarosa, spills the tea on X:
