CoComelon Movie Casts SZA, Hoult, Sherman; Feb 2027
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- SZA will voice a new character in CoComelon: The Movie, joining Nicholas Hoult and Sarah Sherman.
- Ike Barinholtz is among the veteran comedians added to the film’s voice cast, alongside Ego Nwodim, Josh Johnson, Matt Friend, Rhys Darby and Cristo Fernández.
- CoComelon: The Movie is slated for a theatrical release on Feb. 19 2027, promising an “epic adventure” with original music and storytelling beyond the series’ world.
- Universal Pictures will distribute the movie, produced by Moonbug Entertainment, Flywheel Media, Prime Focus Studios, DreamWorks Animation, with animation by DNEG Group.
- Kat Good, a story artist on “Kung Fu Panda,” is directing the film.
- Justin Tranter, known for collaborations with Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez, serves as executive music producer.
- CoComelon will transition to Disney+ in 2027 after Netflix declined to renew its license, marking a platform shift for the franchise.
Why it matters: Disney+ gains a high‑profile family franchise as CoComelon leaves Netflix, potentially boosting its kids‑content slate, while Netflix loses a consistent draw for young viewers. The star‑studded cast and theatrical release also give Moonbug and its partners a new revenue stream and broader brand visibility.
