A Walt Disney Studios presented the first official glimpse of the new original animation **‘Hexed’** during CinemaCon 2026, an event that featured the presence of CinePOP. The released photo highlights the protagonists of the story, played by Oscar nominee **Hailee Steinfeld** and Emmy nominee **Rashida Jones**.
## Official first image
The image, shared on Disney Animation’s social media, shows Steinfeld and Jones in a setting that suggests a blend between everyday life and a still unknown magical world. Disney Animation’s tweet, dated August 30, 2025, already announced that the film would follow “an eccentric teenager and his mother who discover that his weirdness is actually hidden magic”.
## Production, cast and release date
– **Direction:** Josie Trinidad and Jason Hand
– **Production:** Roy Conli and Juan Pablo Reyes Lancaster‑Jones
– **Main cast:** Hailee Steinfeld (teenager) and Rashida Jones (mother)
– **Release date:** November 25, 2026, worldwide in theaters
– **Position in Disney calendar:** third Walt Disney Studios release in 2026, after *Face of One, Snout of Another* and *Toy Story 5*.
The plot revolves around a clumsy boy and his perfectionist mother, who discover that the boy’s “weirdness” hides magical powers capable of opening doors to a secret universe where magic can flow freely. The blend of humor, adventure and discoveries promises to attract both children and adult animation fans.
## What to expect from ‘Hexed’
Although details are still scarce, Disney indicates that the film will explore family relationships through the lens of an unexpected magical world, reinforcing the company’s tradition of telling stories of self‑discovery and fantasy.
**Stay tuned:** more information and promotional materials are expected to be released throughout the next year, preparing audiences for the November premiere.
