Release date (US): September 26, 2025. Universal is giving the preschool hit a proper big-screen rollout, not a streaming-first drop. It’s a live-action/animation hybrid directed by Ryan Crego. Rating: G.
What it’s about
Gabby heads to the whimsical city of Cat Francisco with Grandma Gigi. When an eccentric cat collector named Vera nabs the dollhouse, Gabby rallies her Gabby Cats to get it back in a kid-friendly, music-filled road trip.
Cast and characters
- Laila Lockhart Kraner (Gabby), Gloria Estefan (Grandma Gigi), Kristen Wiig (Vera).
- Plus familiar Gabby Cats and new comic voices like Jason Mantzoukas, Ego Nwodim, Kyle Mooney, Melissa Villaseñor, Thomas Lennon, and Fortune Feimster.
Is it live-action or animated?
Both. The movie blends live-action performances with the show’s colorful animated world, keeping the crafts, songs, and audience-participation spirit kids know from Netflix.
Runtime and formats
Listings vary from ~85 to ~98 minutes (expect about an hour and a half). Standard and premium formats will depend on your local theater.
Parents’ quick take
- Rating: G, with gentle stakes and positive messages about problem-solving, kindness, and imagination.
- Tone: Bright, musical, and interactive; built for preschoolers but sprinkled with jokes and cameos for grown-ups.
Tickets and when to watch at home
Theatrical tickets are available at major chains now. No streaming date is announced; expect a standard theatrical run first.
Fast FAQ (People Also Ask)
Is the Gabby’s Dollhouse movie still coming out?
Yes—US theaters on September 26, 2025.
Why did it go theatrical?
DreamWorks and Universal are treating it as a true family event title rather than a straight-to-streaming special.
Who’s in the movie?
Gabby (Laila Lockhart Kraner), Grandma Gigi (Gloria Estefan), and new villain Vera (Kristen Wiig), plus fan-favorite Gabby Cats and a slate of comedic guest voices.
Is it on Netflix?
Not at launch. It’s a theatrical release first; streaming plans are TBA.
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