On August 9, 2024, Disney kicked off its D23 Expo with the Disney Entertainment Showcase. This event was packed with exciting announcements and surprises. Fans were thrilled to see what Disney has in store for the future. Here is a detailed look at everything that was revealed.
Moana 2
The showcase began with a warm welcome from Disney CEO Bob Iger. He introduced the new trailer for “Moana 2.” The trailer showed Moana teaming up with Maui again. A new stormy threat is coming, and Moana must protect her family. The stars, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho, were present. They talked about their characters and the movie. “Moana 2” will be in theaters on November 27, 2024
Avatar: Fire and Ash
James Cameron made a surprise appearance. He revealed the title of the next Avatar movie, “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” The movie will take fans back to Pandora. Stars Zoe Saldana and Sam Worthington shared some concept art. The movie is set to release on December 19, 2025
Incredibles 3
Fans of the Incredibles were in for a treat. Disney announced “Incredibles 3.” The Parr family is back for more superhero action. No release date was given, but the excitement was high.
Live-Action Lilo & Stitch
A live-action version of “Lilo & Stitch” was also announced. Fans got a first look at the movie. The beloved characters are coming to life in a new way. This announcement was met with cheers from the audience.
Daredevil: Born Again
Marvel fans were not left out. Disney revealed “Daredevil: Born Again.” This new series will bring back the popular character. Fans are eager to see what adventures Daredevil will face.
Frozen 3
Another big announcement was “Frozen 3.” Elsa, Anna, and Olaf are returning for more icy adventures. The audience was excited to hear this news. No release date was provided, but fans are already looking forward to it.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians
Disney also shared news about the series “Percy Jackson and the Olympians.” The show will follow the adventures of Percy and his friends. Fans of the books are excited to see this adaptation.
The Mandalorian & Grogu
Star Wars fans had something to cheer about too. Disney announced new episodes of “The Mandalorian & Grogu.” The beloved characters will continue their adventures in the galaxy.
Monster Jam Movie
Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson had another surprise. He announced a new project, a Monster Jam movie. Johnson is a big fan of motorsports and monster trucks. He is excited to bring this project to life.
Musical Numbers
The showcase also featured musical numbers. Songs from “Moana 2” and “Mufasa: The Lion King” were performed. These performances added to the excitement of the event.
Guest Appearances
There were many guest appearances throughout the showcase. Stars like Jeff Bridges made appearances. These guests added to the star-studded event.