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'''''Disney Continental Drift''''' is a 2021 American 3D computer animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, making it Disney's 60th animated feature. A spin-off to ''Wreck-It-Ralph'', ''Frozen'', and'' Zootopia'', the film was directed by Stephen Spielberg and produced by Roy Conli from a screenplay by John Aboud II, Jennifer Lee, and Jared Bush. The film stars an ensemble voice cast consisting of Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Chris Evans, Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Dua Lipa (in her film debut), Sylvester Stallone, and Idina Menzel.
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{{Infobox film|directors = |producer = * Roy Conli|executive producers = |screenwriter = *Don Hall<br />
 
*Chris Williams|starring = * Kristen Bell<br />
 
* Sarah Silverman<br />
 
* Ginnifer Goodwin<br />
 
* Idina Menzel<br />
 
* Chris Evans<br />
 
* Will Arnett<br />
 
* Brie Larson<br />
 
* Nick Jonas<br />
 
* Antonio Banderas<br />
 
* Kelsey Grammer<br />
 
* Jeremy Irons|music = * John Williams|release date = * November 25, 2020|editor = Jeremy Milton|language = * English|rating = * PG|runtime = * 1 hr 45 minutes|preceded = |followed = |director = * Paul Briggs<br />
 
* Dean Wellins|executive_producer = * Dorothy McKim<br />
 
* Stephen J. Anderson<br />
 
* Chris Williams|image = Disney Continental Drift|story = * Paul Briggs<br />
 
* Dean Wellins|songs = * Alan Menken (music)
 
* Glenn Slater (lyrics)|cinematography = |editing = * Tim Mertens|studio = * Walt Disney Pictures<br />
 
* Walt Disney Animation Studios|distributor = * Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures|released = * November 25, 2020|country = * United States|budget =* $109, million |gross =* $845, million |aspect_ratio = }}
 
   
 
{{Infobox film|directors = |producer = Roy Conli|executive producers = |screenwriter = John Aboud III<br />
'''''Disney Continental Drift''''' is a computer-animated comedy musical fantasy film produced by [[Walt Disney Animation Studios]]. A spin-off to Frozen and Wreck-It Ralph and a stand-alone sequel to Zootopia, the film stars the voices of Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Idina Menzel, Chris Evans, Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Nick Jonas, Antonio Banderas, Nick Jonas, Kelsey Grammer, and Jeremy Irons. As the 59th animated Disney feature, the plot follows Princess Anna ([[Kristen Bell]]), Vanellope Von Schweetz ([[Sarah Silverman]]), and Judy Hopps ([[Ginnifer Goodwin]]) sent across the ocean to defeat the evil Orca King ([[Will Arnett]]). A sequel is in development.
 
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Jennifer Lee<br />
 
Jared Bush|starring = Kristen Bell<br />
 
Sarah Silverman<br />
 
Ginnifer Goodwin<br />
 
Chris Evans<br />
 
Will Arnett<br />
 
Brie Larson<br />
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Dua Lipa<br />
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Sylvester Stallone<br />
 
Idina Menzel|music = John Williams|release date = November 2, 2023|editor = Jeremy Milton|language = English|rating = |runtime = 116 minutes|preceded = |followed = |director = Stephen Spielberg|executive_producer = |image = Disney Continental Drift|story = Jared Bush<br />
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Chris Williams<br />
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Don Hall<br />
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Jennifer Lee<br />
 
Stephen Spielberg|songs = |cinematography = |editing = Tim Mertens|studio = Walt Disney Pictures<br />
 
Walt Disney Animation Studios|distributor = Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures|released = May 10, 2021|country = United States|budget =$109 million |gross =$845 million |aspect_ratio = }}
   
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The film was released on May 10, 2021 in theaters worldwide. ''Disney Continental Drift'' earned $845 million on a $109 million budget, and received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the music, animation, and voice acting, but criticized the screenplay and humor.
It was a critical and commercial success, and grossed $845, million against a budget of $109, million during its theatrical run. The film was directed by Paul Briggs and Dean Wellins in their directorial debuts, produced by Roy Conli, and executive-produced by Dorothy McKim, Stephen J. Anderson, and Chris Williams. It also has a screenplay by Williams and Don Hall, a story by Briggs and Wellins. Elton John and Tim Rice were originally hired to write new songs for the film, but left due to Elton retiring, and Alan Menken took over, with Glenn Slater writing the lyrics. John Williams composed the film's score, making it the first John Williams-composed film to be completely animated. The film was released on November 3, 2020 at the El Capitan Theater, and November 25, 2020 in theaters worldwide. It was also named the fourth one of the ten top best feature films of 2020, after Toys To Life, Wonder Woman 1984, and Jungle Cruise.
 
   
 
==Plot==
 
==Plot==
 
On November 2017, Judy Hopps is showing children walking sticks, but the walking sticks leap on her. She tries to get them off, but she is carried away from Zootopia and across the sea until she winds up in Sugar Rush. She tries to find a way out, but suddenly meets Vanellope Von Schweetz. They go to the kart bakery to make an escape boat. When they complete the boat, a shark chases them, destroying the boat and flinging them into the kingdom of Arendelle.
 
On November 2017, Judy Hopps is showing children walking sticks, but the walking sticks leap on her. She tries to get them off, but she is carried away from Zootopia and across the sea until she winds up in Sugar Rush. She tries to find a way out, but suddenly meets Vanellope Von Schweetz. They go to the kart bakery to make an escape boat. When they complete the boat, a shark chases them, destroying the boat and flinging them into the kingdom of Arendelle.
   
At Arendelle, they meet and befriend the beautiful princess Anna, who shows them around the castle. She introduces them to Elsa, but she refuses to allow them in the kingdom, triggering an heated argument with Anna about them. As Vanellope finds Elsa's warnings ridiculous, a drift takes them out of the kingdom, and Anna tries to get back.
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At Arendelle, they meet and befriend the beautiful princess Anna, who shows them around the castle. She introduces them to Elsa, but she refuses to allow them in the kingdom and indirectly triggers a heated argument with Anna about them. As Vanellope finds Elsa's warnings ridiculous, a drift takes them out of the kingdom, and Anna tries to get back.
   
 
After surviving a wild storm, they find themselves on an abandoned island and encounter Octopus, and his partner Mole, who tell them to defeat Orca King once and for all. But when they encounter his ship, however, they are knocked out and tied up on boards by his crew. Orca King sings a shanty to get them to stay, but Anna refuses, resulting in a battle that sinks the ship.
 
After surviving a wild storm, they find themselves on an abandoned island and encounter Octopus, and his partner Mole, who tell them to defeat Orca King once and for all. But when they encounter his ship, however, they are knocked out and tied up on boards by his crew. Orca King sings a shanty to get them to stay, but Anna refuses, resulting in a battle that sinks the ship.
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They rescue Jaguar, who berates them for their foolish actions. The next morning, Jaguar spots a island. They arrive there, only to sense danger and realize that King Orca had set an elk stampede to kill them utterly. Vanellope, Anna, and Judy save themselves, but Orca King betrays Jaguar and sends her to her death. Heartbroken, Anna, Vanellope, and Judy mourn for the loss of their friend, but continue on their journey anyway. They encounter a group of tigers who direct them through a blizzard as the way. They seem to be getting close, but unfortunately, they are attacked by two real orcas and narrowly escape. 
 
They rescue Jaguar, who berates them for their foolish actions. The next morning, Jaguar spots a island. They arrive there, only to sense danger and realize that King Orca had set an elk stampede to kill them utterly. Vanellope, Anna, and Judy save themselves, but Orca King betrays Jaguar and sends her to her death. Heartbroken, Anna, Vanellope, and Judy mourn for the loss of their friend, but continue on their journey anyway. They encounter a group of tigers who direct them through a blizzard as the way. They seem to be getting close, but unfortunately, they are attacked by two real orcas and narrowly escape. 
   
Meanwhile, after realizing Anna was right, Elsa sails off to find Anna, Judy, and Vanellope. When they arrive, she apologizes for her selfishness and they team up to end Orca King's plan. As Vanellope and Judy fight off Freaky and Jones, alongside Elsa distracting the army, to no avail, Anna steals King Orca's staff and aims it at him, resulting in his demise, but Vanellope is carried into the sky. Judy, Anna and Elsa tempt to rescue her, and when the balloons pop, Anna rescues Vanellope. After that they return to their own homes and they promise never to forget each other.
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Meanwhile, after realizing Anna was right, Elsa sails off to find Anna, Judy, and Vanellope. When they arrive, she apologizes for her selfishness and they team up to end Orca King's plan. King Orca's burglars join the good side after being betrayed by King Orca. As Vanellope and Judy fight off Freaky and Jones, alongside Elsa and the burglars distracting the army, to no avail, Anna steals King Orca's staff and aims it at him, resulting in his demise, but Vanellope is carried into the sky. Judy, Anna and Elsa tempt to rescue her, and when the balloons pop, Anna rescues Vanellope. After that they return to their own homes and they promise never to forget each other. The burglars go to live with Octopus, and Anna decides that whatever new villain threatened Octopus's Ocean, she will have her friends by her side.
   
 
In a mid-credits scene, Vanellope, Judy, and Anna, (still back at their own homes) stay in touch with each other through video chats. In a post-credits scene, Octopus and Mole have an conversation about the film, and the film ends.
 
In a mid-credits scene, Vanellope, Judy, and Anna, (still back at their own homes) stay in touch with each other through video chats. In a post-credits scene, Octopus and Mole have an conversation about the film, and the film ends.
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==Cast==
 
==Cast==
   
Kristen Bell as Anna, the adventurous and fearless princess of Arendelle and Elsa's sister.
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* Kristen Bell as Anna, the adventurous and fearless princess of Arendelle and Elsa's sister.
 
* Sarah Silverman as Vanellope, a high-spirited racer and president of Sugar Rush.
 
* Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps, a bunny who works at the Zootopia Police Department.
 
* Chris Evans as Octopus, a heroic sea creature and Mole's partner who sends Judy, Vanellope, and Anna to defeat Orca King.
 
* Will Arnett as Orca King, a inconsiderate, mean, horrid orca with human legs and is Octopus's arch-enemy.
 
* Brie Larson as Jaguar, King Orca's pet jaguar who is later killed in a stampede.
 
* Kelsey Grammer as Freaky, a green lizard who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
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* Jeremy Irons as Bones, a orange lizard who works for King Orca. He is best friends with Freaky and later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* Dua Lipa as Mole, a critter who is Octopus's partner.
 
* Sylvester Stallone as a tiger who knows the way to the Switchback Path.
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* Alan Tudyk as a big-hearted sweetheart who is Elsa's advisor. Tudyk previously voiced Duke of Weselton in ''Frozen'', King Candy in ''Wreck-It-Ralph'', and Duke Weaselton in ''Zootopia''.
 
* Vince Vaughn as Orca Guard 1#, one of King Orca's guards.
 
* Sebastian Stan as Orca Guard 2# one of King Orca's guards.
 
* Richard Ian Cox as Orca Guard 3#, one of King Orca's guards.
 
* Nick Jonas as Knotts, a rat who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* Joe Manganiello as Finn, a battle-ready, but cowardly ringed seal who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* James Earl Jones as Garrett, a big pig who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* Aya Cash as Rita, a wallaby who works for King Orca. She later joins Anna after King Orca betrays her and his other burglars.
 
* Jake Johnson as Jonah, a grey parrot who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* Jason Schwartzman as Mercedes, a flying fox who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
 
* Idina Menzel as Elsa, the queen of Arendelle and Anna's sister.
   
 
Additionally, Jess Harnell voices Nick Wilde, while Nicholas Cage voices Chief Bogo, alongside Zootopia children who are voiced by Benjamin Flores Jr., Miranda Cosgrove, Katie Lopez, and E.G. Daily. Also, Katie Lowes, Melissa Villasenor, and Jamie Elman reprise their roles as racers Candlehead, Taffyta, and Rancis. Brian T. Delaney also returns as Wreck-It Ralph from video games.
Sarah Silverman as Vanellope, a high-spirited racer and president of Sugar Rush.
 
 
Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps, a bunny who works at the Zootopia Police Department.
 
 
Idina Menzel as Elsa, the queen of Arendelle and Anna's sister.
 
 
Chris Evans as Octopus, a heroic sea creature and Mole's partner who sends Judy, Vanellope, and Anna to defeat Orca King.
 
 
Will Arnett as Orca King, a inconsiderate, mean, horrid orca with human legs and is Octopus's arch-enemy.
 
 
Brie Larson as Jaguar, King Orca's pet jaguar who is later killed in a stampede.
 
 
Kelsey Grammer as Freaky, a green lizard who works for King Orca.
 
 
Jeremy Irons as Bones, a orange lizard who works for King Orca.
 
 
Antonio Banderas as Mole, a critter who is Octopus's partner.
 
 
Sylvester Stallone as a tiger who knows the way to the Switchback Path.
 
 
Alan Tudyk as a big-hearted sweetheart who is Elsa's advisor.
 
 
Vince Vaughn as Orca Guard 1#, one of King Orca's guards.
 
 
Sebastian Stan as Orca Guard 2# one of King Orca's guards.
 
 
Omarion as Orca Guard 3#, one of King Orca's guards.
 
 
Richard Ian Cox as Orca Guard 4#, one of King Orca's guards.
 
 
Nick Jonas as Knotts, a rat who works for King Orca.
 
 
Joe Manganiello as Finn, a battle-ready, but cowardly ringed seal who works for King Orca.
 
 
James Earl Jones as Garrett, a big pig who works for King Orca.
 
 
Aya Cash as Rita, a wallaby who works for King Orca.
 
 
Jake Johnson as Jonah, a grey parrot who works for King Orca.
 
 
Jason Schwartzman as Mercedes, a flying fox who works for King Orca.
 
 
Screenwriter Jared Bush voices Nick Wilde, while Nicholas Cage voices Chief Bogo, alongside Zootopai children who are voiced by Benjamin Flores Jr., Miranda Cosgrove, Katie Lopez, and E.G. Daily. Also, Vitamin C, Anna Taylor-Joy, and Justin Bieber voice racers Candlehead, Taffyta, and Rancis. Brian T. Delaney also returns as Wreck-It Ralph from video games.
 
   
 
==Production==
 
==Production==
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In October 2017, it was announced that a 2020 film was a go. Dean Wellins and Paul Briggs were confirmed to direct. Henry Jackman composed the score.
In 2015, it was announced that a 2020 film was a go. On December 28, 2015, Kristen Bell and Sarah Silverman confirmed to reprise their roles as Anna and Vanellope in the film. After "Zootopia" was completed, Ginnifer Goodwin announced her return as Judy Hopps for the film. On August 12, 2016, Paul Briggs and Dean Wellins announced the plot; "Anna, Vanellope and Judy are taken to defeat Orca King." On March 2017, Brie Larson signed in for her role. John Lasseter was acting as executive producer until he left the film between his positions at Pixar, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and DisneyToon Studios in June 2018. Dorothy McKim, Stephen J. Anderson and Chris Williams became executive producers. In October 2018, Kelsey Grammer, Jeremy Irons, Sylvester Stallone, and Antonio Banderas were cast. In November 2018, the filmmakers revealed that the film would not continue "Ralph Breaks The Internet" or "Frozen 2", but instead be a stand-alone spin-off taking place in 2017 and continue "Zootopia". Benedict Cumberbatch was originally considered for the role of Octopus, but in October 2018, he dropped out and was replaced by Chris Evans. On March 2020, Alan Tudyk confirmed his return. After the completion of "Toys To Life" in May 30, 2020, Idina Menzel reprised her role as Elsa, alongside Will Arnett voicing King Orca. The first trailer was released on February 27, 2020. A second trailer was released on June 12, 2020. A sneak peek on Disney Channel premiered on August 19, 2020. A final trailer that included the Kane Brown song "Live Forever" was released on September 5, 2020. In July 2020, it was announced that Vince Vaughn, Sebastian Stan, Omarion, Richard Ian Cox, Nick Jonas, Joe Manganiello, James Earl Jones, Ava Cash, Jake Johnson, and Jason Schwartzman had joined the cast.
 
   
 
==Home media==
 
==Home media==
   
''Disney Continental Drift'' was released on DVD on February 6, 2021, alongside its Blu-ray release.
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''Disney Continental Drift'' was released on DVD on September 29, 2021, alongside its Blu-ray release.
 
==Trivia==
 
 
Jeremy Irons and James Earl Jones's first Disney animated film together since 1994's ''The Lion King''.
 
 
The 4th Disney film for Kelsey Grammer, after ''Runaway Brain'', ''Toy Story 2'', and ''Teacher's Pet''.
 
 
The first movie with three characters from ''Wreck It Ralph'', ''Frozen'', and ''Zootopia''.
 
 
The 8th Disney animated film for Alan Tudyk, after ''Wreck It Ralph'', ''Frozen'', ''Big Hero 6'', ''Zootopia'', ''Moana'', ''Ralph Breaks The Internet'', and ''Frozen 2''.
 
 
Vanellope's first appearance in a film not composed by Henry Jackman or Mark Mothersbaugh.
 
 
Brie Larson's 4th PG-rated film, after "Madison", "Sleepover" and "Hoot".
 
 
Sylvester Stallone and Antonio Banderas previously worked together on "Assassins", and "Spy Kids 3-D: Game Over".
 
 
Paul Briggs and Dean Wellins' directorial debut.
 
 
The 59th Disney animated feature.
 
 
The orca sounds for the two real orcas were provided by Frank Welker who was not credited in the film.
 
 
Kristen Bell and Will Arnett had previously worked together on "When In Rome", and "Teen Titans Go!: To The Movies".
 
 
Brie Larson's first computer animated film. She usually appears in live-action films.
 
 
The 2nd Disney animated film composed by John Powell, after "Bolt".
 
 
The film features most actors who voiced characters from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
 
   
 
== Music ==
 
== Music ==
All music by Elton John, Tim Rice, and composer John Powell.
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All music by composer Henry Jackman.
   
 
== Soundtrack ==
 
== Soundtrack ==
"Octopus" - Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Chris Evans, and Antonio Banderas
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"Octopus" - Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Chris Evans, and Dua Lipa
   
"Master of the Orcas" - Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Nick Jonas, Kelsey Grammer, Jeremy Irons, Joe Manganiello, James Earl Jones, Ava Cash, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Vince Vaughn, Sebastian Stan, Omarion, and Richard Ian Cox
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"Orca Of The Sea" - Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Nick Jonas, Kelsey Grammer, Jeremy Irons, Joe Manganiello, James Earl Jones, Ava Cash, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Vince Vaughn, Sebastian Stan, Omarion, and Richard Ian Cox
   
 
"True Colors" - Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell
 
"True Colors" - Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell
   
 
"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" - Kelly Clarkson
 
"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" - Kelly Clarkson
 
"Firework" - Katy Perry
 
   
 
"King Orca vs Octopus" - John Williams
 
"King Orca vs Octopus" - John Williams
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"Shark Attack" - John Williams
 
"Shark Attack" - John Williams
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"Arendelle" - John Williams
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"Anna And Elsa Argue" - John Williams
   
 
"Taken Out Of Arendelle" - John Williams
 
"Taken Out Of Arendelle" - John Williams
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"Calm Down" - John Williams
   
 
"Storm" - John Williams
 
"Storm" - John Williams
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"Jaguar" - John Williams
 
"Jaguar" - John Williams
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"I Miss Anna" - John Williams
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"Chase" - John Williams
   
 
"Elk Stampede" - John Williams
 
"Elk Stampede" - John Williams
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"Elsa's Realization" - John Williams
 
"Elsa's Realization" - John Williams
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"Anna's Speech" - John Williams
   
 
"King Orca's Demise" - John Williams
 
"King Orca's Demise" - John Williams
   
 
"Returning To Our Own Homes" - John Williams
 
"Returning To Our Own Homes" - John Williams
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== Box office ==
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The film has grossed $389 million in the United States, and $456 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $845 million.
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== Critical response ==
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''Disney Continental Drift'' received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 49% based on 187 reviews. The consensus reads, "''Disney Continental Drift'' is a dazzling spin-off that may be problematic and politically correct for adults, but children should serve well". Metacritic signed the film a score of 44 out of 100 based on 57 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews". Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film a grade of "B" on an A+ to F scale.
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Oliver Jones of ''Observer'' called the ''Elk Stampede'' scene an "unfavorable reference to ''The Lion King''". Peter Hartalub of the ''San Francisco Chronicle'' panned the film, saying, "''Disney Continental Drift'' is an inconsistent rip-off to the ''Ice Age'' franchise". Bryan Bishop of ''The Verge'' praised the performances, saying that "Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, and Ginnifer Goodwin are at the top of the acting from previous films, even if it doesn't bring any wit to the big screen".
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Disney Continental Drift is a 2021 American 3D computer animated musical fantasy film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures, making it Disney's 60th animated feature. A spin-off to Wreck-It-Ralph, Frozen, and Zootopia, the film was directed by Stephen Spielberg and produced by Roy Conli from a screenplay by John Aboud II, Jennifer Lee, and Jared Bush. The film stars an ensemble voice cast consisting of Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Chris Evans, Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Dua Lipa (in her film debut), Sylvester Stallone, and Idina Menzel.

The film was released on May 10, 2021 in theaters worldwide. Disney Continental Drift earned $845 million on a $109 million budget, and received mixed reviews from critics, who praised the music, animation, and voice acting, but criticized the screenplay and humor.

Plot

On November 2017, Judy Hopps is showing children walking sticks, but the walking sticks leap on her. She tries to get them off, but she is carried away from Zootopia and across the sea until she winds up in Sugar Rush. She tries to find a way out, but suddenly meets Vanellope Von Schweetz. They go to the kart bakery to make an escape boat. When they complete the boat, a shark chases them, destroying the boat and flinging them into the kingdom of Arendelle.

At Arendelle, they meet and befriend the beautiful princess Anna, who shows them around the castle. She introduces them to Elsa, but she refuses to allow them in the kingdom and indirectly triggers a heated argument with Anna about them. As Vanellope finds Elsa's warnings ridiculous, a drift takes them out of the kingdom, and Anna tries to get back.

After surviving a wild storm, they find themselves on an abandoned island and encounter Octopus, and his partner Mole, who tell them to defeat Orca King once and for all. But when they encounter his ship, however, they are knocked out and tied up on boards by his crew. Orca King sings a shanty to get them to stay, but Anna refuses, resulting in a battle that sinks the ship.

They rescue Jaguar, who berates them for their foolish actions. The next morning, Jaguar spots a island. They arrive there, only to sense danger and realize that King Orca had set an elk stampede to kill them utterly. Vanellope, Anna, and Judy save themselves, but Orca King betrays Jaguar and sends her to her death. Heartbroken, Anna, Vanellope, and Judy mourn for the loss of their friend, but continue on their journey anyway. They encounter a group of tigers who direct them through a blizzard as the way. They seem to be getting close, but unfortunately, they are attacked by two real orcas and narrowly escape. 

Meanwhile, after realizing Anna was right, Elsa sails off to find Anna, Judy, and Vanellope. When they arrive, she apologizes for her selfishness and they team up to end Orca King's plan. King Orca's burglars join the good side after being betrayed by King Orca. As Vanellope and Judy fight off Freaky and Jones, alongside Elsa and the burglars distracting the army, to no avail, Anna steals King Orca's staff and aims it at him, resulting in his demise, but Vanellope is carried into the sky. Judy, Anna and Elsa tempt to rescue her, and when the balloons pop, Anna rescues Vanellope. After that they return to their own homes and they promise never to forget each other. The burglars go to live with Octopus, and Anna decides that whatever new villain threatened Octopus's Ocean, she will have her friends by her side.

In a mid-credits scene, Vanellope, Judy, and Anna, (still back at their own homes) stay in touch with each other through video chats. In a post-credits scene, Octopus and Mole have an conversation about the film, and the film ends.

Cast

  • Kristen Bell as Anna, the adventurous and fearless princess of Arendelle and Elsa's sister.
  • Sarah Silverman as Vanellope, a high-spirited racer and president of Sugar Rush.
  • Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps, a bunny who works at the Zootopia Police Department.
  • Chris Evans as Octopus, a heroic sea creature and Mole's partner who sends Judy, Vanellope, and Anna to defeat Orca King.
  • Will Arnett as Orca King, a inconsiderate, mean, horrid orca with human legs and is Octopus's arch-enemy.
  • Brie Larson as Jaguar, King Orca's pet jaguar who is later killed in a stampede.
  • Kelsey Grammer as Freaky, a green lizard who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Jeremy Irons as Bones, a orange lizard who works for King Orca. He is best friends with Freaky and later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Dua Lipa as Mole, a critter who is Octopus's partner.
  • Sylvester Stallone as a tiger who knows the way to the Switchback Path.
  • Alan Tudyk as a big-hearted sweetheart who is Elsa's advisor. Tudyk previously voiced Duke of Weselton in Frozen, King Candy in Wreck-It-Ralph, and Duke Weaselton in Zootopia.
  • Vince Vaughn as Orca Guard 1#, one of King Orca's guards.
  • Sebastian Stan as Orca Guard 2# one of King Orca's guards.
  • Richard Ian Cox as Orca Guard 3#, one of King Orca's guards.
  • Nick Jonas as Knotts, a rat who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Joe Manganiello as Finn, a battle-ready, but cowardly ringed seal who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • James Earl Jones as Garrett, a big pig who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Aya Cash as Rita, a wallaby who works for King Orca. She later joins Anna after King Orca betrays her and his other burglars.
  • Jake Johnson as Jonah, a grey parrot who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Jason Schwartzman as Mercedes, a flying fox who works for King Orca. He later joins Anna after King Orca betrays him and his other burglars.
  • Idina Menzel as Elsa, the queen of Arendelle and Anna's sister.

Additionally, Jess Harnell voices Nick Wilde, while Nicholas Cage voices Chief Bogo, alongside Zootopia children who are voiced by Benjamin Flores Jr., Miranda Cosgrove, Katie Lopez, and E.G. Daily. Also, Katie Lowes, Melissa Villasenor, and Jamie Elman reprise their roles as racers Candlehead, Taffyta, and Rancis. Brian T. Delaney also returns as Wreck-It Ralph from video games.

Production

In October 2017, it was announced that a 2020 film was a go. Dean Wellins and Paul Briggs were confirmed to direct. Henry Jackman composed the score.

Home media

Disney Continental Drift was released on DVD on September 29, 2021, alongside its Blu-ray release.

Music

All music by composer Henry Jackman.

Soundtrack

"Octopus" - Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, Ginnifer Goodwin, Chris Evans, and Dua Lipa

"Orca Of The Sea" - Will Arnett, Brie Larson, Nick Jonas, Kelsey Grammer, Jeremy Irons, Joe Manganiello, James Earl Jones, Ava Cash, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Vince Vaughn, Sebastian Stan, Omarion, and Richard Ian Cox

"True Colors" - Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell

"Stronger (What Doesn't Kill You)" - Kelly Clarkson

"King Orca vs Octopus" - John Williams

"Walking Sticks" - John Williams

"Vanellope Von Schweetz" - John Williams

"Bake A Boat" - John Williams

"Shark Attack" - John Williams

"Arendelle" - John Williams

"Anna And Elsa Argue" - John Williams

"Taken Out Of Arendelle" - John Williams

"Calm Down" - John Williams

"Storm" - John Williams

"Encountering King Orca" - John Williams

"Sinking The Ship" - John Williams

"Jaguar" - John Williams

"I Miss Anna" - John Williams

"Chase" - John Williams

"Elk Stampede" - John Williams

"Jaguar Dies" - John Williams

"The Tigers" - John Williams

"Two Orcas Are Attacking Us!" - John Williams

"Elsa's Realization" - John Williams

"Anna's Speech" - John Williams

"King Orca's Demise" - John Williams

"Returning To Our Own Homes" - John Williams

Box office

The film has grossed $389 million in the United States, and $456 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $845 million.

Critical response

Disney Continental Drift received mixed reviews from critics. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an approval rating of 49% based on 187 reviews. The consensus reads, "Disney Continental Drift is a dazzling spin-off that may be problematic and politically correct for adults, but children should serve well". Metacritic signed the film a score of 44 out of 100 based on 57 critics, indicating "mixed or average reviews". Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film a grade of "B" on an A+ to F scale.

Oliver Jones of Observer called the Elk Stampede scene an "unfavorable reference to The Lion King". Peter Hartalub of the San Francisco Chronicle panned the film, saying, "Disney Continental Drift is an inconsistent rip-off to the Ice Age franchise". Bryan Bishop of The Verge praised the performances, saying that "Kristen Bell, Sarah Silverman, and Ginnifer Goodwin are at the top of the acting from previous films, even if it doesn't bring any wit to the big screen".