I don’t know about you, but I’m definitely excited to see many of the things that Disney has to offer in 2017! As a big Beauty and the Beast fan, of course that is at the top of my list. But I’m also looking forward to seeing what Pixar does with Coco, as well as the 8th episode of Star Wars.
I do find it interesting that there are not nearly as many movies being released this year as there were in 2016. Last year we had 12 on the slate. This year we’re looking at 8. And since we saw two movies from the Walt Disney Animation Studios last year (Zootopia and Moana), there won’t be one in 2017. So for animation fans, we have to look forward to Gigantic in 2018!
Let’s take a look at the movies coming out this year:
Beauty and the Beast – live action (March 17th, 2017)
Belle (Emma Watson) comes to realize that underneath the hideous exterior of the Beast (Dan Stevens) there is the kind heart of a Prince in Disney’s BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, a live-action adaptation of the studio’s animated classic directed by Bill Condon. © 2016 Disney Enterprises inc. All Rights Reserved.
Born in China (April 21st, 2017)
BORN IN CHINA. Photo by: Ben Wallis. ©2016 Disneynature. All Rights Reserved.
A documentary that looks at the wildlife in China, including endangered animals.
Guardians of the Galaxy vol. 2 (May 5th, 2017)
Guardians Of The Galaxy Vol. 2..L to R: Rocket (Voiced by Bradley Cooper) and Groot (Voiced by Vin Diesel)..Ph: Film Frame..©Marvel Studios 2017
Star-Lord (Chris Pratt) tries to find his true father.
Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell no Tales (May 26th, 2017)
“PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES”..The villainous Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem) pursues Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) as he searches for the trident used by Poseidon…©Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Thrust into an all-new adventure, a down-on-his-luck Capt. Jack Sparrow (Johnny Depp) finds the winds of ill-fortune blowing even more strongly when deadly ghost pirates led by his old nemesis, the terrifying Capt. Salazar, escape from the Devil’s Triangle, determined to kill every pirate at sea including him. Capt. Jack’s only hope of survival lies in seeking out the legendary Trident of Poseidon, a powerful artifact that bestows upon its possessor total control over the seas.
Cars 3 (June 16th, 2017)
REAR VIEW — The legendary #95 may be leading the pack, but the high-tech Next Gen racers are closing in fast. Directed by Brian Fee and produced by Kevin Reher, “Cars 3” cruises into theaters on June 16, 2017. ©2016 Disney•Pixar. All Rights Reserved.
Thor: Ragnarok (November 3rd, 2017)
Thor: Ragnarok – (L-R) Director Taika Waititi and Chris Hemsworth. Photo by: Jasin Boland. ©2016 Marvel Studios.
Imprisoned on the other side of the universe, the mighty Thor (Chris Hemsworth) finds himself in a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against the Hulk (Mark Ruffalo), his former ally and fellow Avenger. Thor’s quest for survival leads him in a race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela (Cate Blanchett) from destroying his home world and the Asgardian civilization.
Coco (November 22nd, 2017)
Progression Image 3 of 3: Final Frame..ASPIRING MUSICIAN — In Disney•Pixar’s “Coco,” Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like the celebrated Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt). But when he strums his idol’s guitar, he sets off a mysterious chain of events. Directed by Lee Unkrich, co-directed by Adrian Molina and produced by Darla K. Anderson, “Coco” opens in theaters Nov. 22, 2017.
Star Wars: Episode VIII (December 15th, 2017)
The further adventures of Luke Skywalker (Mark Hamill), Leia (Carrie Fisher) and Rey (Daisy Ridley).
Which Disney movies are you most looking forward to this year?
I guess Cars 3, Coco, and GOTG 2 are my top looking forward to from these films, but I’m not ecstatic about any. I’m not really ecstatic about any movie coming out this year actually. I can’t wait for 2018!
Don’t forget about Wreck-It Ralph 2 next year as well! That’s releasing before Gigantic does.
Oh yes, I’m really excited for Wreck-It Ralph 2! Somehow I didn’t even realize they had a release date set for it.
I’m SO excited about Beauty and the Beast I could cry. My nickname was Belle growing up (or Chelsabelle) and Belle has always held a special place in my heart. The fact that Emma Watson is playing her makes it even more special for me! But, I’m also excited about Pirates and Star Wars!
I totally agree with you about everything Beauty and the Beast – as a librarian and book lover she’s always been special. I’m also a huge Harry Potter nerd and always related to Hermione, so it’s the best of both worlds!
You have me excited about movies this year! I’m looking forward to Beauty and the Beast but also Cars 3!!! Surely I can get my 13 year old son to go see it with me! lol! I love the Cars movies. didn’t realize a new one was coming out. and of course Star Wars…can’t wait for that! Might even have to find a kiddo and go see Coco. I just love Disney movies 🙂
Have you gotten the chance to see Cars 3 yet? I’m not sure when I’ll be able to go but hopefully soon!
Not yet! Gotta drag my 14 yo with me soon! lol!