Disney & Pixar's 'Nero' Opens in Japan March 19, 2027
The Japanese release date for the Disney & Pixar film has been set, and a first-look still showing the cat protagonist and a new pigeon character has been released.
The Japanese release date for the Disney & Pixar animated feature known in Japan as 'Nero' has been set for March 19, 2027. Alongside the date announcement, a first-look still from the film was released, showing the protagonist Nero and a new pigeon character.
In the still, Nero, a black cat, stands on a rooftop alongside the pigeon. The pigeon appears to be cheerfully speaking to Nero, who wears a skeptical expression. The image was shared as part of the Japanese release date announcement.
In June 2026, a teaser trailer for the film was released worldwide. According to animeanime.jp, it drew attention for the dark world portrayed by Nero, the first cat protagonist in Disney & Pixar feature-length animation history, and Rocco, a boss cat who controls the underworld, and became a trending topic on social media in Japan.
Production Team and Cast
The film is directed by Enrico Casarosa, whose previous work includes 'Luca' (2021). Andrea Warren serves as producer, with Pete Docter as executive producer. Mark Ruffalo voices Nero, and Laurence Fishburne voices Rocco.
Quick answers
When will the Disney & Pixar film 'Nero' be released in Japan?
The Japanese release date has been set for March 19, 2027.
Who is directing the Disney & Pixar film 'Nero'?
Enrico Casarosa, whose previous work includes 'Luca' (2021), is directing. Andrea Warren is the producer, with Pete Docter as executive producer.
Who voices the characters in 'Nero'?
Mark Ruffalo voices Nero, and Laurence Fishburne voices Rocco.