Walt Disney Animation Studios has released a new trailer for Hexed, its upcoming animated fantasy film about a teenage girl who discovers magical powers and enters a hidden world of witches. The film is scheduled to arrive in US cinemas on November 25, 2026.
The story follows Billie Doe, an unconventional teenager voiced by Hailee Steinfeld. After discovering that she has secret magical abilities, Billie is taken from her ordinary life into Hexe, a vast magical realm. Her cautious mother, Alice, voiced by Rashida Jones, joins her on the journey as they uncover family secrets that could change the world of witches.
The new trailer offers a closer look at the film’s magical setting and the unusual characters Billie encounters. Among them are Ms. Quill, an enchanted feather pen voiced by Tracey Ullman, and Elias Quire, a magical journal voiced by Stephen Fry.
The voice cast also includes Jodie Foster as Queen Celeste and Walton Goggins as Beef Roger Crummchuk, a magical three-eyed cat. Disney’s latest announcement adds Henry Winkler as Nigel, a knowledgeable potoo bird, and Dan Stevens as Hieronymous, a royal adviser.
Hexed is directed by Fawn Veerasunthorn and Jason Hand, with Josie Trinidad serving as co-director. Roy Conli and Yvett Merino are producing the film for Walt Disney Animation Studios.
The movie is Disney Animation’s 65th animated feature and explores themes of self-discovery, family and belonging through a magical adventure.
Hexed is scheduled to open in US cinemas on November 25, 2026. Disney’s UK announcement lists November 27 for its UK cinema release.
Watch the official trailer for Hexed on Disney’s YouTube channel.
