6. Idris Elba is in Zootopia as well as Finding Dory!
This is actor Idris Elba’s first of two animated movies in 2016. His second animated movie being Finding Dory (2016).
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5. Famous movie references in Zootopia!
In the trailer Duke Weaseltown is selling pirated DVDs of movies with wordplays to other Disney films. ie. “Wreck It Rhino” (Wreck It Ralph) and “Meowna” (upcoming Moana).
4. Real life news reporter in Zootopia!
The actor playing Peter Moosebridge is a real life news anchor in Canada.
3. Kristen Bell is DMV sloth Priscilla!
Kristen Bell gave voice to DMV sloth Priscilla, who is a slow-talker. She also gave voice to Frozen (2013) movie character Princess Anna, who is a fast-talker.
2. Breaking Bad and Godfather reference in Zootopia!
There is a reference to famous tv show Breaking Bad (2008-2013). Two minions named jesse and woolter are mentioned by animals with masks. This film also has a clear reference to Godfather (1972).
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1. Zootopia broke Disney habit!
Disney has a habit of releasing animated films in the month of November. This is first Disney Animated feature film since Winnie the Pooh (2011) to not to be released in the month of November.