Zootopia

| 2016

Directed by: Byron Howard, Rich Moore, Jared Bush

Main Plot

In "Zootopia," Judy Hopps, an optimistic and determined rabbit, becomes the first of her kind to join the Zootopia Police Department. Despite facing skepticism from her peers, she is eager to prove herself. Judy teams up with Nick Wilde, a sly fox and con artist, to solve a mysterious case involving the disappearance of several predators. As they delve deeper into the investigation, they uncover a larger conspiracy that threatens the harmony of their diverse city. Through their journey, Judy and Nick challenge societal prejudices and demonstrate the importance of teamwork and understanding. The film blends humor, action, and social commentary, delivering a message about acceptance and perseverance.

Characters

  • Ginnifer Goodwin voices Judy Hopps, an optimistic rabbit who becomes the first bunny police officer, striving to solve a major case and prove herself in a city of diverse animals.
  • Nick Wilde, a sly fox, assists Judy Hopps, a rabbit police officer, in solving a missing mammals case, challenging stereotypes and uncovering a larger conspiracy.
  • Idris Elba voices Chief Bogo, a tough, no-nonsense cape buffalo who oversees the Zootopia Police Department and initially doubts Judy Hopps' abilities as a police officer.

Ending Explained

In the conclusion of "Zootopia," Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde uncover the conspiracy behind the mysterious savagery affecting predators in the city. They discover that the mastermind is Assistant Mayor Bellwether, who has been using a serum derived from toxic flowers called "Night Howlers" to turn predators savage. Bellwether's plan is to instill fear among the prey population and seize power by portraying predators as dangerous. Judy and Nick manage to record Bellwether's confession and expose her scheme to the public. Bellwether is arrested, and the true cause of the savagery is revealed, leading to the predators' recovery. The film concludes with Judy returning to the police force and Nick becoming the first fox police officer, symbolizing the breaking of societal stereotypes. The city of Zootopia begins to heal and move towards a more inclusive and understanding community, emphasizing the film's core message of unity and the importance of overcoming prejudice.

Byron Howard Rich Moore Jared Bush Animation Action Adventure Ginnifer Goodwin Jason Bateman Idris Elba