Disney’s latest movie slate revealed at CinemaCon 2026 features brands familiar to park fans
Disney used its CinemaCon 2026 presentation to spotlight upcoming films tied to franchises many fans already know from Disney theme parks and cruise vacations.
While Marvel titles drew major attention, several other announced films also connect to brands already represented across Disney Experiences. The studio’s showcase included Toy Story 5, The Mandalorian and Grogu, the live-action Moana, and more.
Walt Disney Studios CinemaCon 2026 presentation
The Walt Disney Studios closed out the studio presentations at 2026 CinemaCon® in Las Vegas yesterday, with a thrilling look at some of its upcoming theatrical releases. Stars and filmmakers from films including Disney Live Action, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, 20th Century Studios, and Searchlight Pictures, helped screen exclusive footage and make several exciting announcements.
Toy Story remains a staple
Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” continues one of Disney’s most established franchises in the parks. Guests can already experience ‘Toy Story Land,’ ‘Toy Story Midway Mania!,’ and additional Toy Story-themed offerings at Walt Disney World and Disney destinations around the world.
Photo by Matt Roseboom
Star Wars stays in the spotlight
Lucasfilm’s “The Mandalorian and Grogu” marks the return of Star Wars to theaters and highlights characters already popular with park guests. Din Djarin and Grogu will soon have a large presence at ‘Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge’ with a revamped ‘Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run’ attraction.
See the trailer below.
Moana continues to grow
The live-action “Moana” also reinforces a franchise that has expanded significantly across Disney Experiences. Guests can visit Journey of Water, Inspired by Moana at Epcot, meet characters, and find Moana-inspired entertainment aboard Disney Cruise Line ships.
Marvel remains part of the mix
Marvel Studios’ upcoming films continue the momentum of a brand already featured in Disney parks and onboard cruises. Marvel experiences currently include Avengers Campus (with two new attractions coming to Disney’s California Adventure) as well as Marvel-themed offerings aboard multiple Disney Cruise Line ships, including the new Disney Adventure.
A wider strategy beyond theaters
- The Devil Wears Prada 2 — May 1, 2026
- The Mandalorian and Grogu — May 22, 2026
- Toy Story 5 — June 19, 2026
- Moana (live-action) — July 10, 2026
- Super Troopers 3 — August 9, 2026
- The Dog Stars — August 28, 2026
- Whalefall — October 16, 2026
- Wild Horse Nine — November 6, 2026
- Hexed — November 25, 2026
- Avengers: Doomsday — December 18, 2026
- Ice Age: Boiling Point — February 5, 2027
- Gatto — March 5, 2027
As discussed in the latest Disney earnings call, the company continues to focus on franchises that can translate easily into attractions, merchandise, and other revenue streams. Rather than focusing only on box office potential, Disney’s CinemaCon 2026 slate showcased the strength of franchises that already extend into attractions, entertainment, merchandise, and cruise experiences for fans around the world.
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