Swapped

Film enthusiasts seeking a delightful cinematic experience can look forward to the upcoming animated family adventure Swapped, which is officially scheduled to hit theaters on Friday, May 1, 2026. Distributed for the cinema screen, this fantasy movie has already generated significant buzz, currently holding a remarkable user rating of 8.863 out of 10 based on 2,235 votes on TMDB alongside a popularity score of 47.7809. United States audiences will also have digital viewing options available, while viewers in the United States and Indonesia can find the title for streaming on Netflix.

The engaging narrative centers on a small woodland creature and a majestic bird, who happen to be natural sworn enemies of the Valley, as they magically trade places. This unexpected body-swap leads them to set off on an adventure of a lifetime to switch back to their original forms. However, their ambitious journey soon uncovers a greater threat that could endanger not only their own species, but the entire valley they call home. Associated with themes like wolf, bird, woodlands, and forest lore, this 3D animation promises plenty of charm for viewers of all ages.

Behind this Skydance Animation project is a talented creative team, directed by Nathan Greno and written by a team including Christian Magalhaes, Robert Snow, and John Whittington. The production was steered by producers John Lasseter, David Ellison, and Mary Ellen Bauder, with a musical score composed by Siddhartha Khosla and cinematography handled by Christophe Brejon and Faris Hermiz. Hailing jointly from the United States of America and Spain, the film is delivered in English with an original language code of en and runs for a total runtime of 1 hour and 42 minutes, or 102 minutes.

The voice cast brings the animal adventure to life with a stellar ensemble featuring Michael B. Jordan as Ollie, Juno Temple as Ivy, Tracy Morgan as Boogle / Firewolf, and Cedric the Entertainer as Caloo. Additional voice talent includes Justina Machado as Calli, Nate Torrence as Lodd, Camden Brooks as Young Ollie, Táta Vega as Grandma / Mrs. Dung Beetle, Ambika Mod as Violet, Lolly Adefope as Lily, John Ratzenberger as Elder Javan, and Kari Wahlgren as Female Pookoo / Nurse Javan.

With an official US age rating of PG, this 2026 release is suitable for family audiences who enjoy enchanted woodland tales and buddy comedies. Viewers planning to catch the film can note regional release details, such as the United States premiere on April 26, 2026, followed by limited and digital releases in the United States on Friday, May 1, 2026, matching the Indonesian digital release date. Audiences can expect an emotionally resonant story about unexpected friendship, overcoming natural rivalries, and uniting against perils like a forest fire to save a shared homeland.