Pixar's 'When I Become a Beaver' Blu-ray & DVD Set to be Released on July 22, 2026
Disney and Pixar's original animated film 'When I Become a Beaver' will release its Blu-ray + DVD and 4K UHD sets on July 22, 2026. The film debuted at #1 in the US with an opening box office of $46 million, and has surpassed 2.4 billion yen in Japan. The home release includes extensive bonus features like behind-the-scenes content and deleted scenes.
📋 Article Processing Timeline
- 📰 Published: May 19, 2026 at 21:00
- 🔍 Collected: May 19, 2026 at 12:31
- 🤖 AI Analyzed: May 19, 2026 at 17:22 (4h 50m after Collected)
The animal world she wanted to protect isn't just cute—it's a fight for survival.
Blu-ray + DVD Set / 4K UHD + Blu-ray Set
Creating a worldwide "beaver sensation" and setting new records in animation history for an original work, Disney and Pixar's "When I Become a Beaver" will be released on Blu-ray + DVD and 4K UHD + Blu-ray sets on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. *Also available on digital (purchase/rental).
■ A milestone since "Coco"! The highest record for a Pixar original film since "Coco" (2017)!
Debuting at #1 at the US box office, the film recorded an opening revenue of $46 million (approximately 7.3 billion yen). This is a remarkable achievement, marking the highest opening for an original animated film in the past decade, and Pixar's best since "Coco" (as of March 9, 2026, according to Box Office Mojo). In Japan as well, it became a massive hit, surpassing 2.4 billion yen in cumulative box office revenue and 1.86 million in attendance (as of May 8, 2026). Praised globally, critics have called it "Pixar's magnificent return to form" and "the best Pixar film of the decade!"
■ What if you could enter the animal world? Brought to life by an all-star cast! The ultimate "fluffy" adventure.
Utilizing a secret technology that transfers human consciousness into a robotic beaver, this film explores a new "what if" scenario: "What if you could enter the animal world?" Directed and written by Daniel Chong of "Inside Out" (2015), the production team extensively researched beaver ecosystems. Protagonist Mabel infiltrates this "wild survival world," where human rules do not apply, as a "fluffy" beaver to protect her forest of memories. The stunning visuals feature incredible details crafted with Pixar's extraordinary dedication, including over 60,000 branches used for the pond's dam, around 40,000 butterflies deployed in the climax, and over 3,000 props in the laboratory.
The Japanese voice cast adds further charm to this world, featuring talented and popular actors: Kyoko Yoshine as the protagonist Mabel, Shinya Kote as King George, Toshiya Miyata as Loaf, and Atsuro Watabe as Mayor Jerry! Their performances dramatized the unprecedented story of these quirky "Beavers," garnering immense attention domestically!
The upcoming Blu-ray + DVD and 4K UHD + Blu-ray sets are packed with bonus content that delves behind the scenes of this "fluffy" wonderland. Features include "Creature Observation Diary" by the staff who studied the animals, "Behind the Scenes" tracking the film's creation, "Meeting King George" exploring the birth of the overly gentle older beaver king, as well as bloopers and deleted scenes. It is a must-see for fans wanting to deeply experience the film's universe!
Enjoy Pixar's most unconventional, surprising, and unexpectedly moving "ultimate fluffy adventure," "When I Become a Beaver," on Blu-ray + DVD, 4K UHD + Blu-ray, or digital streaming (purchase/rental)!
STORY
To protect the forest where the animals live, Mabel's mission is—to become a beaver!? Transferring her consciousness with a secret machine, what surprising operation will Mabel, now in the form of a fluffy beaver, launch with the quirky "Beavers"...?
PRODUCTION NOTE
■ Was it originally supposed to be a "penguin movie"?
Initially, beavers were not the center of the story. "For some reason, I was strongly drawn to penguins and really wanted to make a penguin movie, but Pete said, 'We've had enough penguin movies.' Ultimately, his judgment was correct," recalls director Daniel Chong. Later, he was inspired by the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park, which regenerated the ecosystem and brought back many flora and fauna, including beavers. "When the beavers returned and built dams and ponds, a diverse range of plants and animals revived. They are known as 'ecosystem engineers,'" the director stated, explaining how this discovery determined the ideal protagonists for the story.
■ The production team actually went inside a "beaver lodge"
"We also experienced going inside an abandoned beaver lodge. It was quite cramped, but inside there was a complex network of passages and room-like spaces. It seems beavers sometimes welcome other animals into their lodges," said director Daniel Chong. Furthermore, the art team beave
Blu-ray + DVD Set / 4K UHD + Blu-ray Set
Creating a worldwide "beaver sensation" and setting new records in animation history for an original work, Disney and Pixar's "When I Become a Beaver" will be released on Blu-ray + DVD and 4K UHD + Blu-ray sets on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. *Also available on digital (purchase/rental).
■ A milestone since "Coco"! The highest record for a Pixar original film since "Coco" (2017)!
Debuting at #1 at the US box office, the film recorded an opening revenue of $46 million (approximately 7.3 billion yen). This is a remarkable achievement, marking the highest opening for an original animated film in the past decade, and Pixar's best since "Coco" (as of March 9, 2026, according to Box Office Mojo). In Japan as well, it became a massive hit, surpassing 2.4 billion yen in cumulative box office revenue and 1.86 million in attendance (as of May 8, 2026). Praised globally, critics have called it "Pixar's magnificent return to form" and "the best Pixar film of the decade!"
■ What if you could enter the animal world? Brought to life by an all-star cast! The ultimate "fluffy" adventure.
Utilizing a secret technology that transfers human consciousness into a robotic beaver, this film explores a new "what if" scenario: "What if you could enter the animal world?" Directed and written by Daniel Chong of "Inside Out" (2015), the production team extensively researched beaver ecosystems. Protagonist Mabel infiltrates this "wild survival world," where human rules do not apply, as a "fluffy" beaver to protect her forest of memories. The stunning visuals feature incredible details crafted with Pixar's extraordinary dedication, including over 60,000 branches used for the pond's dam, around 40,000 butterflies deployed in the climax, and over 3,000 props in the laboratory.
The Japanese voice cast adds further charm to this world, featuring talented and popular actors: Kyoko Yoshine as the protagonist Mabel, Shinya Kote as King George, Toshiya Miyata as Loaf, and Atsuro Watabe as Mayor Jerry! Their performances dramatized the unprecedented story of these quirky "Beavers," garnering immense attention domestically!
The upcoming Blu-ray + DVD and 4K UHD + Blu-ray sets are packed with bonus content that delves behind the scenes of this "fluffy" wonderland. Features include "Creature Observation Diary" by the staff who studied the animals, "Behind the Scenes" tracking the film's creation, "Meeting King George" exploring the birth of the overly gentle older beaver king, as well as bloopers and deleted scenes. It is a must-see for fans wanting to deeply experience the film's universe!
Enjoy Pixar's most unconventional, surprising, and unexpectedly moving "ultimate fluffy adventure," "When I Become a Beaver," on Blu-ray + DVD, 4K UHD + Blu-ray, or digital streaming (purchase/rental)!
STORY
To protect the forest where the animals live, Mabel's mission is—to become a beaver!? Transferring her consciousness with a secret machine, what surprising operation will Mabel, now in the form of a fluffy beaver, launch with the quirky "Beavers"...?
PRODUCTION NOTE
■ Was it originally supposed to be a "penguin movie"?
Initially, beavers were not the center of the story. "For some reason, I was strongly drawn to penguins and really wanted to make a penguin movie, but Pete said, 'We've had enough penguin movies.' Ultimately, his judgment was correct," recalls director Daniel Chong. Later, he was inspired by the reintroduction of wolves into Yellowstone National Park, which regenerated the ecosystem and brought back many flora and fauna, including beavers. "When the beavers returned and built dams and ponds, a diverse range of plants and animals revived. They are known as 'ecosystem engineers,'" the director stated, explaining how this discovery determined the ideal protagonists for the story.
■ The production team actually went inside a "beaver lodge"
"We also experienced going inside an abandoned beaver lodge. It was quite cramped, but inside there was a complex network of passages and room-like spaces. It seems beavers sometimes welcome other animals into their lodges," said director Daniel Chong. Furthermore, the art team beave
FAQ
When will the DVD of 'When I Become a Beaver' be released?
The Blu-ray and DVD sets will be released on Wednesday, July 22, 2026.
Who directs the movie?
The movie is directed and written by Daniel Chong, known for his work on 'Inside Out'.
How did the movie perform at the box office?
It debuted at #1 in the US with $46 million and surpassed 2.4 billion yen in Japan.