Hideo Kojima Joins Zootopia 2 Cast Days Before Release

Insider Gaming
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 07:20:16 +0000

Hideo Kojima has joined the cast of Zootopia 2, providing the Japanese dub for a mole character in the film. His involvement was initiated by director Jared Bush, and he expressed excitement about this being his first time dubbing an animated feature. Zootopia 2 is set to release on December 5. Kojima, a fan of the original film, has previously made cameo appearances in games like Cyberpunk 2077 and Death Stranding.

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Hideo Kojima will voice the character Paul Moldebrandt in the Japanese dub of Zootopia 2, which releases in Japan on December 5. He replaces Josh Gad, who voices the character in the English version. Kojima was invited by director Jared Bush and expressed excitement about the role, noting it was his first experience dubbing an animated film. He praised the production quality and hopes the sequel will surpass the original Zootopia.

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Hideo Kojima voices the character Paul Moldebrandt in the Japanese version of Disney's Zootopia 2, directed by Jared Bush. The film has grossed over $560 million globally, with significant earnings from China. Zootopia 2 premieres in Japan on December 5. Additionally, Kojima is collaborating with Disney on an animated TV show based on his game Death Stranding, which is also nominated for seven awards at The Game Awards.

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Hideo Kojima has been cast as Paul Moldebrandt in the Japanese dub of Disney's Zootropolis 2, taking over from Josh Gad. He accepted the role after being approached by director Jared Bush, marking his first experience dubbing an animated film. Kojima described Zootopia as his "favourite film" and noted the impressive detail during recording. He is also working on Xbox-exclusive horror game OD, which he claims will be polarizing.