Disney and Pixar have released the official trailer and a new poster for Gatto, the studio’s upcoming original animated film. The movie arrives only in theaters on March 5, 2027.
The Story
Gatto follows Nero, a scrappy black cat voiced by Mark Ruffalo. After years of getting by in the canal-filled, superstitious city of Venice, Italy, Nero begins to question whether he’s lived the right lives.
Nero is in debt to Rocco, a ruthless feline mob boss voiced by Laurence Fishburne. To pay him back, Nero takes on one last job: stealing a violin. Things get complicated when he forms a bond with the violin’s owner, Maya, and the two discover they share a love of opera. That unexpected friendship may lead Nero to his purpose, if Venice doesn’t get the better of him first.
The film is listed as an animated adventure and has not yet been rated.
The Filmmakers
Gatto is directed by Enrico Casarosa and produced by Andrea Warren, the team behind Pixar’s Oscar-nominated Luca. Like Luca, Gatto is set in Italy, Casarosa’s home country, this time moving the story to Venice.
A New Look for Pixar
Gatto introduces a style Pixar hasn’t used before. The characters feature brushstroke effects, and the film includes 2D-inspired elements like watercolor textures and reflections on the water. The look has been described as “like walking into a painting.”
Voice Cast
Mark Ruffalo voices Nero, the black cat at the center of the story. Laurence Fishburne voices Rocco, the feline mob boss Nero owes. Additional cast members have not been announced.
Why Fans Are Watching Closely
Gatto is an original story rather than a sequel, and some fans hope it gets a strong marketing campaign. In recent years, original Disney and Pixar films such as Luca, Soul, and Turning Red were praised by viewers but didn’t receive major theatrical pushes. Some fans feel newer releases, including Hexed, haven’t been heavily promoted either.
With its distinctive art style, well-known cast, and a black cat as the lead, Gatto has a strong hook. Fans are hoping that translates into a big theatrical campaign.
A Black Cat in the Spotlight
Black cats are often linked to superstition, and Gatto places its hero in a city known for its superstitions. For cat lovers, seeing a black cat take the lead in a Pixar film is a welcome change.
What’s Next
With the trailer and poster now out, more details are likely to come as the March release date gets closer. Fans can expect additional cast announcements and more looks at the film’s painterly style.
Final Thoughts
Gatto combines a Venice setting, a fresh animation style, and a familiar creative team. If it gets the attention it deserves, it could become one of Pixar’s standout originals.
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