Jason Bateman Discovers He's Part of Zootopia: Better Zoogether! at Disney's Animal Kingdom

Nick Wilde is of course part of the new Zootopia: Better Zoogether! show at Disney's Animal Kingdom – but, apparently that's news to Jason Bateman, who voices the beloved character.

What's Happening:

• In a recent interview clip shared by TikTok user @georgecbutler, Jason Bateman appears to learn for the first time that he's a part of the new Zootopia show at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
• It's left to his co-star Ginnifer Goodwin (voice of Judy Hopps) to describe the new show and its location to Bateman.
• The actor is, however, aware of the entire land themed to Zootopia at Shanghai Disneyland – something the interviewer is not aware of.
• Bateman still seems to think the show is a ride, as does the thumbnail for the TikTok.

• Goodwin also reveals to Bateman that he sings in the show, to which he asks "was I decent?"

• Zootopia: Better Zoogether! officially opened earlier this month at Disney's Animal Kingdom.
• The new show inside the Tree of Life has also brought with it a wide collection of new merchandise, plus new outfits for Nick and Judy.
• Follow our Zootopia: Better Zoogether! tag for all of our coverage from the new show.
• Meanwhile, Zootopia 2 is now playing in theaters everywhere. Our own Alex Reif also wrote a lengthier review of Zootopia 2, which is now available to read on our site, which he calls a perfect sequel – smart, funny and full of heart.
• The film continues to impress over the holiday weekend, obtaining the biggest global launch for any movie in 2025 at an estimated $556.4 million through Sunday.

More Walt Disney World News:

• The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays kicked off on Friday and brought a number of new and returning holiday favorites to the park. Check out our complete coverage from the event's opening day.
• RSVLTS has dropped a new design of their signature button up shirts inspired by World Showcase and Spaceship Earth. Plus, pick up new ornaments celebrating Mickey in each pavilion.
• Disney's Animal Kingdom has been decked out for the holiday season, with a Merry Menagerie transforming the park into a winter wonderland.
• Zootopia fans can celebrate the release of Zootopia 2 at Disney's Animal Kingdom with a special treat featuring one of the sequel's new characters.