Gatto (2027)

Gatto is an upcoming American animated comedy film produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures. It is the 32nd feature-length animated film from Pixar and the 21st original story from the studio. Directed by Enrico Casarosa (known for the animated film "Luca"), produced by Andrea Warren. The screenplay was written by Casarosa himself.

Plot:

The story takes place in Venice, Italy. A black cat named Nero (voiced by Mark Ruffalo) has been navigating the canals of this superstitious city for years. He owes a debt to the local feline mafia boss Rocco (voiced by Laurence Fishburne) and is forced into an unexpected friendship that might finally lead him to his goal—if Venice doesn't get the better of him first. According to the creators, this friendship forms with a little girl.

Cast:

• Mark Ruffalo — Nero, a black cat adventurer
• Laurence Fishburne — Rocco, a ruthless feline mafia boss

Production:

• Director: Enrico Casarosa
• Producer: Andrea Warren
• Studio: Pixar Animation Studios
• Distributor: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
• Animation: computer-animated, in 2.39:1 format

Release Date:

The film will be released in theaters in the United States on March 5, 2027. It was originally planned for June 18, 2027, but the date was moved to spring.

Production Status:

The film is currently in post-production (since June 2026). Filming is complete, and editing, music, sound, and visual effects are underway. The first teaser trailer was released on June 11, 2026.

Franchise Timeline:

"Gatto" is an original standalone film, not connected to any franchise. However, it is created by the same team as Enrico Casarosa's previous film "Luca" (2021), which also explores Italian culture and friendship.

Where to Watch:

• Official teaser trailer: YouTube
• After its theatrical run, the film will be available on Disney+.
• IMDb page: Gatto (2027)
• The Movie Database page: Gatto
• Search on UAKino: Gatto on UAKino