Phil Roberts 
Disney Pixar fans can get their first listen to the sound of Hoppers with SZA’s all-new single “Save The Day.”
Look out, Disney Pixar fans, because SZA’s all-new single “Save The Day” from Hoppers just landed in your playlist. Just days after tickets for the film went on sale at the box office, the studio has revealed our first listen to SZA’s new song, and it’s a banger! The complete score has been crafted by Mark Mothersbaugh (Thor: Ragnarok) and is set to release on March 6. But now, we can all settle in and get a taste of what we can expect when the film hops into cinemas.
In the film, directed by Daniel Chong, an animal lover uses a new technology to transfer her consciousness into a robot beaver to communicate with her fluffy friends. But when a human threat endangers their home, she finds herself torn between her human instincts and her fluffy friends. The film will be hopping into cinemas with special early access screenings on Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, ahead of the film’s wide release exclusively in cinemas on Friday, March 6, in 2D, 3D, IMAX 2D, DBOX, 4DX, and premium screens everywhere. But what can we expect from the new song? Hit play on the link below.
THE SCORE
SZA’s all-new single “Save The Day” from Disney and Pixar’s upcoming original animated film “Hoppers” is now available. Performed by SZA, “Save The Day” features lyrics written by SZA with music written by SZA, Ben Lovett and Rob Bisel. The complete “Hoppers” soundtrack, featuring “Save The Day” and an original score composed by Mark Mothersbaugh, will debut the same day as the film’s theatrical release on March 6.
A special “Save The Day” die-cut vinyl shaped like the film’s lead character Mabel is now available for pre-order exclusively at Disney Music Emporium.
Director Daniel Chong commented, “SZA’s music saved me during the making of this movie. It was a lifeline during the stress of the filmmaking process, a voice that comforted and inspired me through it all. It felt so perfect to have an original song by SZA, to have her give voice to the movie and its hopeful themes. When we first heard the song, some of us cried; SZA perfectly captured the heart of our main character, Mabel. ‘Save The Day’ is not just an emotional journey through Mabel’s convictions, but an anthem for a whole generation just looking for some runway to change the world. Our movie is forever grateful to Solána, Rob Bisel and Ben Lovett for this beautiful gift.”
Chong also reflected on the film’s score, noting, “Mark is a creative force, and he captured the crazy energy that is ‘Hoppers’ with his musical genius, all while being a supportive and generous presence to our whole team. He believed in the film from the moment he saw it, and delivered an undeniable score that is full of charm, thrills, and most of all – HEART – in the way only the great Mark Mothersbaugh could. The world is lucky to have a lovely soul like Mark in it, and the movie would not be the same without him.”
Added Mark Mothersbaugh, “When I saw an early version of the film, I was struck by it. I like the message and, in a way, it’s kind of a Devo message. And I love the story. I think everyone will look at this film and they’ll relate. It’s positive information for people to think about.”
SYNOPSIS
In Disney and Pixar’s “Hoppers,” animal lover Mabel (voice of Piper Curda) seizes an opportunity to use a new technology to ‘hop’ her consciousness into a life-like robotic beaver and communicate directly with animals. As she uncovers mysteries in the animal world beyond anything she could have imagined, Mabel befriends charismatic beaver King George (voice of Bobby Moynihan) and must rally the entire animal kingdom to face a major, imminent human-threat: smooth-talking local mayor Jerry Generazzo (voice of Jon Hamm).
CAST & CREW
Director Daniel Chong has assembled a sensational cast to bring this adventure to the screen. In addition to Piper Curda, the all-star voice ensemble also features Meryl Streep, Dave Franco, and Kathy Najimy. “Hoppers” is directed by Daniel Chong (“We Bare Bears”) and produced by Nicole Paradis Grindle (“Incredibles 2”), with an original score by Mark Mothersbaugh.
RELEASE
Well, thanks, Disney – here’s a new hit for the Spring playlist! Disney Pixar continues to raise the bar with their animated adventures, and with Hoppers and Toy Story 5 releasing this year, 2026 appears to be another landmark year for the studio. Hoppers looks like another winner for the studio. With its phenomenal voice cast, hilarious fun, and its epic spectacle, the film looks like another shoo-in that will delight audiences everywhere. So get ready to hop into your local cinema and secure your tickets now!
Hoppers hops into cinemas with special early access screenings on Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, ahead of the film’s wide release exclusively in cinemas on Friday, March 6, in 2D, 3D, IMAX 2D, DBOX, 4DX, and premium screens everywhere. Order your tickets here.
Full “Hoppers” Soundtrack featuring “Save The Day” and an Original Score composed by Mark Mothersbaugh, set for release on March 6
Meet Phil Roberts! He’s the dedicated owner, daily content manager, and editor-in-chief of The Future of the Force. Phil is a budding novelist who turned his passion toward writing about the franchises he loves back in 2016. He’s a huge fan of all things Star Wars, Batman, DC, Marvel, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, Ghostbusters, King Kong, and the Ray Harryhausen movies. Phil is a BFI-accredited journalist and a distinguished member of the Film Critics Association UK.
If he’s not catching a movie at the cinema, you can bet he’s streaming something just as awesome!
