by Thinus Ferreira
The Disney-owned National Geographic and Walt Disney Animation Studios have officially commissioned a brand-new natural history series under the working title The Real Frozen.
Produced by Silverback Films, known for Secrets of the Bees, Our Planet and Ocean with David Attenborough, the series is directed by Jeff Wilson and produced by Elisabeth Oakham and Katie Parsons.
Frozen franchise stars Kristen Bell (Anna), Idina Menzel (Elsa), and Jonathan Groff (Kristoff) return as narrating guides, alongside Josh Gad in special appearances as Olaf.
The Real Frozen bridges animation and reality by following wildlife through harsh winters in Iceland, Finland, Norway, and Sweden, mirroring the emotional themes of the films.
Featuring contributions from original Disney animators, the series is timed to align with the theatrical release of Frozen 3 in late 2027.
It joins National Geographic's The Real franchise, which includes A Real Bug's Life, live-action companion Lion, and The Real Finding Nemo and will premiere on National Geographic before streaming on Disney+.
Courteney Monroe, National Geographic content president, says "It's a wonderful opportunity to bring together Disney's beloved stories and characters with National Geographic's boundary-pushing natural history storytelling, introducing kids and families to the incredible wonders of the world and opening the door to a lifetime of discovery".
