Disney is bringing the magic in 2020 with a diverse slate of original films and remakes. Marvel Studios fans will delight in the long-awaited Black Widow stand-alone film and MCU newcomer The Eternals. Pixar is bringing not one, but two original animated films in Soul and Onward. Mulan is the highly anticipated live-action remake of Disney’s animated blockbuster, while The Rock is expected to bust blocks in Jungle Cruise, inspired by one of Disneyland’s original opening attractions. Rounding out the menu is Artemis, The One and Only Ivan, and the very interesting Raya and the Last Dragon as Disney’s holiday selection. The only omission in Walt Disney Studios’ 2020 releases is anything Star Wars-related, but that’s to be expected as the studio embraces a “less is more” mentality.

The information in this article was last updated Jan 21, 2020. Release dates and slate are subject to change.

Bookmark this page as we plan to keep this post updated with the latest trailers, and while you’re here, tell us what you are most excited about seeing, in the comments below.

Onward

Set in a suburban fantasy world, Disney and Pixar’s “Onward” introduces two teenage elf brothers (voices of Chris Pratt and Tom Holland) who embark on an extraordinary quest to discover if there is still a little magic left out there. Pixar Animation Studios’ all-new original feature film is directed by Dan Scanlon and produced by Kori Rae—the team behind “Monsters University.”

Onward hits U.S. theaters on March 6, 2020.

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Mulan

When the Emperor of China issues a decree that one man per family must serve in the Imperial Army to defend the country from Northern invaders, Hua Mulan, the eldest daughter of an honored warrior, steps in to take the place of her ailing father. Masquerading as a man, Hua Jun, she is tested every step of the way and must harness her inner-strength and embrace her true potential. It is an epic journey that will transform her into an honored warrior and earn her the respect of a grateful nation...and a proud father.

Mulan hits U.S. theaters on March 27, 2020.

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Black Widow

Scarlett Johansson reprises her role as Natasha/Black Widow in Marvel Studios' action-packed spy thriller – the first film in Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Florence Pugh stars as Yelena, David Harbour as Alexei aka The Red Guardian and Rachel Weisz as Melina.

Black Widow hits U.S. theaters on May 1, 2020.

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Artemis Fowl

Disney’s “Artemis Fowl,” based on the beloved book by Eoin Colfer, is a fantastical, spellbinding adventure that follows the journey of 12-year-old genius Artemis Fowl, a descendant of a long line of criminal masterminds, as he seeks to find his father who has mysteriously disappeared. With the help of his loyal protector Butler, Artemis sets out to find him, and in doing so uncovers an ancient, underground civilization—the amazingly advanced world of fairies. Deducing that his father’s disappearance is somehow connected to the secretive, reclusive fairy world, cunning Artemis concocts a dangerous plan—so dangerous that he ultimately finds himself in a perilous war of wits with the all-powerful fairies.

Artemis Fowl hits U.S. theaters on May 29, 2020.

Video Credit: Walt Disney Studios

Soul

Ever wonder where your passion, your dreams and your interests come from? What is it that makes you... YOU? In 2020, Pixar Animation Studios takes you on a journey from the streets of New York City to the cosmic realms to discover the answers to life’s most important questions. Directed by two-time Academy Award® winner Pete Docter (“Up,” “Inside Out”) and produced by Academy Award nominee Dana Murray (“Lou” short).

Soul hits U.S. theaters on June 19, 2020.

Video Credit: Pixar

Jungle Cruise

Based on Disneyland's theme park ride where a small riverboat takes a group of travelers through a jungle filled with dangerous animals and reptiles, but with a supernatural element.

Jungle Cruise hits U.S. theaters on July 24, 2020.

Video Credit: Walt Disney Studios

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The One and Only Ivan

A gorilla named Ivan tries to piece together his past with the help of an elephant named Stella as they hatch a plan to escape from captivity.

The One and Only Ivan hits U.S. theaters on August 14, 2020.

Image Credit: Walt Disney Studios

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The Eternals

The saga of the Eternals, a race of immortal beings who lived on Earth and shaped its history and civilizations.

Eternals hits U.S. theaters on November 6, 2020.

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Raya and the Last Dragon

In a realm known as Lumandra, a re-imagined Earth inhabited by an ancient civilization, a warrior named Raya is determined to find the last dragon.

Raya and the Last Dragon hits U.S. theaters on November 25, 2020.

Image Credit: Walt Disney Studios

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Chris Giroux
Movie Reelist Contributor: Chris Giroux
Chris Giroux is founder and editor-in-charge at Movie Reelist, an entertainment news and review blog serving the most fanatic moviegoers. Chris started his publication in Detroit in 2010 and has since reviewed hundreds of films and interviewed numerous talent across the country. He is an avid film festival attendee and red carpet photographer, having shot the likes of Steven Spielberg, Bill Murray, Mark Hamill, and more. Chris grew up in New Mexico, where he studied mass media writing while working in post-production and multimedia authoring. It is also where he discovered Big Trouble in Little China and Escape from New York, resulting in an unhealthy Kurt Russell obsession.

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