D23 live updates: Exclusive trailers shown for new movies, shows

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Last updated: Saturday, August 15, 2026 8:35AM GMT
'X-Men' and 'Avengers: Doomsday' featured during D23 showcase
An all-star lineup took center stage at the Honda Center in Anaheim for D23's Disney Entertainment Showcase. Here's a look at the biggest announcements.
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ANAHEIM, Calif. -- From newly announced movies to rides and lands under construction at Disney parks around the world, we're bringing you all the live updates from D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.

This gathering of official Disney fan club members takes place at the Anaheim Convention Center and Honda Center in Anaheim, California through Sunday.

The Honda Center was home to the Disney Entertainment Showcase Friday night. It will host Horizons: Disney Experiences Showcase Saturday night and the Disney Legends Award Ceremony on Sunday afternoon.

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Aug 15, 2026, 2:17 AM

These are some of the best costumes from D23 2026

Take a look at our photo gallery of some of the best costumes seen at Disney's ultimate fan event in Anaheim.

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Rachel Ibarra of San Dimas, Calif., dressed as Queen Amidala from the "Star Wars" franchise, poses during D23 in Anaheim, Calif., Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
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3:09 AM GMT

'Kingdom Hearts' anime series coming to Disney+

"Kingdom Hearts" fans, get ready. Two big announcements were made during the Disney Entertainment Showcase.

"Coco" star Benjamin Bratt announced that "Kingdom Hearts IV" is coming and the world of "Coco" will be brought into the universe. He will voice Ernesto de la Cruz in the game.

And for the first time ever, "Kingdom Hearts" will come to life as a new anime television series on Disney+.

A teaser image for Disney Channel and Disney+ "Kingdom Hearts" was revealed during D23.
A teaser image for Disney Channel and Disney+ "Kingdom Hearts" was revealed during D23.

Full story here.

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3:02 AM GMT

'Incredibles 3' and 'Coco 2' announced at D23

Pete Docter, chief creative officer of Pixar Animation Studios, celebrated its 40th anniversary at the Disney Entertainment Showcase with some big announcements.

Rounding out the film's trilogy, "Incredibles 3" will be released in Summer 2028.

Docter said in this film, the kids will take the spotlight, with Violet and Dash Parr determined to step out on their own.

Later on, Docter announced that "Coco 2" will return to the land of the dead in November 2029, picking up just a few short years after the original film.

Benjamin Bratt took the stage to share that he'll reprise his role as the voice of Ernesto de la Cruz.

"Coco holds a truly special place in my heart," he said.

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2:52 AM GMT

First look at 'The New Simpsons Movie' shown at D23

Dana Walden, the president and chief creative officer of the Walt Disney Company, gave Springfield fans a sneak peek at "The New Simpsons Movie."

"What you're going to see is very rough," she said, "We normally wouldn't show you something this early, but Bart insisted."

The teaser showed Homer and friends at a baseball game, where they're later spotted going after a runaway ball. The chase continues through Moe's Tavern, the Duff Brewery and more. And, as expected, hilarity ensues.

The film will released September 2027.

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2:45 AM GMT

Anne Hathaway says they're working hard on 'Princess Diaries 3'

"Me? A princess? Shut up!"

Anne Hathaway, who will be honored during the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony on Sunday, took the stage at the Disney Entertainment Showcase.

She announced they're working hard on "The Princess Diaries 3" and shared her thanks to fans.

"Please never stop reciting your favorite lines to me, because I still can't spell Gabbana," she said. "And I have come to love being told to shut up."