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While Pixar is now more well-known for franchises like “Toy Story,” “Cars,” and most recently “Inside Out,” they have often found success with new projects.
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Individual films like “WALL-E,” “UP,” “Ratatouille,” “A Bug’s Life,” and “Elemental” remain beloved by Disney fans of all ages. And it’s looking like “Elio” may continue that success.
Now, DisneyPixar CCO Pete Docter has revealed a new original film from the same team that created the underrated “Luca.”
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: (L-R) CCO of Pixar Pete Docter, Enrico Casarosa, Andrea Warren, and General Manager/President of Pixar Jim Morris arrive at the world premiere for LUCA, held at the El Capitan… LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: (L-R) CCO of Pixar Pete Docter, Enrico Casarosa, Andrea Warren, and General Manager/President of Pixar Jim Morris arrive at the world premiere for LUCA, held at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood, California on June 17, 2021.
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Prior to the Annecy Animation Festival presentation of “Elio,” Docter gave exclusive looks at multiple upcoming projects, including the previously announced “Toy Story 5” and “Hoppers.”
However, a ton of attention has been given to a new original film that is set to release in theaters in 2027: “Gatto.”
JUST ANNOUNCED: Coming to theaters in 2027 is Disney and Pixar’s “Gatto.” 🐈⬛ From “Luca” director Enrico Casarosa, the film returns to Italy, following a black cat named Nero. Indebted to a feline mob boss, Nero finds himself forced to forge an unexpected friendship that may… pic.twitter.com/gCEUocT8kx
— Pixar (@Pixar) June 13, 2025
“Coming to theaters in 2027 is Disney and Pixar’s ‘Gatto,'” Pixar announced on social media. “From ‘Luca’ director Enrico Casarosa, the film returns to Italy, following a black cat named Nero.
“Indebted to a feline mob boss, Nero finds himself forced to forge an unexpected friendship that may finally lead him to his purpose…”
Specifically, Nero’s friend is a street artist who seemingly adopts him against his will, per Kevin Giraud of Variety.
The film is taking on a unique hand-painted look that will separate itself from other Pixar movies and will utilize Casarosa’s keen ability to bring a beautiful Italian city to life.
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Casarosa made his directorial debut with “Luca,” a heartwarming and gorgeous film that had the unfortunate timing to release during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Because of this, “Luca” became the first Pixar film to be released directly to Disney+. It became the most-viewed streaming film of 2021, garnering over 10.6 billion minutes watched.
It would later have a short run in theaters and garner multiple accolades, including a nomination for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards, eventually losing to fellow Disney film “Encanto.”
Needless to say, fans of “Luca” are ecstatic to see Casarosa bring the same kind of heart, fun, and artistry to another feature film.
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