Jared Bush
Chief Creative Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios and filmmaker, known for writing and co-directing Zootopia and Zootopia 2, co-directing Encanto, and writing Moana.
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Jan 14, 2026 • 37min
'Zootopia 2,' China, AI, and the Battle for Originals With the Head of Disney Animation
Jared Bush, Chief Creative Officer at Walt Disney Animation Studios, and co-director of Zootopia 2, discusses the film's remarkable success, especially in China, where its relatable story resonates deeply. He explores the state of original animated films and the challenges posed by AI, advocating for human creativity over automated replacements. Jared also shares insights into maintaining adult humor in animations, managing the creative processes at Disney, and the high stakes involved in the upcoming Frozen sequels. He hints at future character journeys in the Zootopia franchise, showcasing his passion for storytelling.
Feb 6, 2026 • 60min
The Interviews (ft. Kristen Stewart, Jared Bush, Andrew Guest)
Kristen Stewart, actress-turned-director making her debut with The Chronology of Water, talks influences, nonverbal directing and collaborating with Imogen Poots. Jared Bush, Disney Animation writer-director of Zootropolis 2, discusses the film’s long development, joke crafting, huge global success and surprise cameos. Short, candid chats about craft, collaboration and big-studio storytelling.
Feb 3, 2026 • 42min
Jared Bush, head of Walt Disney Animation Studios, on his record-breaking film Zootropolis 2
Debris Stevenson, playwright and grime poet who co-adapted an RSC Cyrano, discusses neurodivergence, grime rhythms and class barriers. Oliver Royds, co-founder of Troubadour Theatres, outlines plans for a 3,000-seat flexible, immersive venue on the Greenwich Peninsula. Jared Bush, chief creative officer at Walt Disney Animation, talks Zootropolis 2’s spectacle, its odd-couple duo, cinematic influences and the future of theatrical cinema.
