First ‘Frozen III’ Footage Teases New Villain, New Songs and Frozen Wonderland

The “Frozen III” presentation at D23 began with technical difficulties for Idina Menzel and Kristen Bell while they performed a new song for the highly anticipated sequel set to release next Thanksgiving. Despite the mishap, their banter was endearing and "Frozen"-like. Josh Gad then stepped in, announcing that Olaf would have a girlfriend named Samantha. Gad's song featured calypso and disco influences, showcasing his romance with Samantha.

The movie unfolds right after Anna and Kristoff's wedding, with a mysterious omen opening a portal to a surreal frozen wonderland or wasteland. Anna and Elsa follow the portal into this new universe, which is filled with crushed, snowy whites. The art direction draws inspiration from classic Disney artists like Eyvind Earle and Mary Blair, evoking the iconic style seen in "Sleeping Beauty" and "It’s a Small World," respectively.

Upon entering the world, the characters are introduced to a new character – a potential first villainess for the "Frozen" franchise. She is created from shards of sharp ice, forming a cape that billows like bat wings, a striking and chilling presence. However, Gad, Menzel, and Bell did not reveal the character's name or the voice actor behind her. The D23 presentation concluded without releasing the full footage online, leaving viewers eagerly awaiting the chance to witness "Frozen III" in theaters on November 24, 2027.