Ke Huy Quan: Tom Hiddleston as Giraffe in Zootopia 3?
Ke Huy Quan envisions Tom Hiddleston as a giraffe in a potential Zootopia 3, sharing his amusing casting idea and insights into the film's massive ensemble cast. The Oscar-winning actor, who voices Gary De'Snake in the animated sequel, believes Hiddleston's height and energetic personality would make him perfect for the role.
Quan shared his vision during an interview, recalling how Hiddleston would bring a portable speaker to the set of Loki, blasting music to energize everyone. This inspired Quan to imagine Hiddleston as a giraffe in Zootopia 3, walking around with a speaker around his neck.
He also expressed his expectation that Hiddleston would return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, given Loki's iconic status within the franchise. Quan added that he hopes his character, O.B., will also make a comeback.
The Epic Scale of Zootopia 2
Quan and co-star Fortune Feimster, who voices Nibbles Maplestick, a beaver podcaster, were amazed by the sheer number of actors involved in Zootopia 2. They joked about attending the premiere and not even recognizing all the voices in the film.
Feimster noted the excitement of seeing her character's merchandise in airports and at Disney parks. Both actors expressed their amazement at the scale of the Zootopia franchise and the impact their characters are having on children.
Playing animal characters presented unique challenges for both Quan and Feimster. Quan described physically embodying the movements of a snake during recording sessions, while Feimster focused on giving her beaver character a Southern accent to help with enunciation.
Despite the challenges, both actors found the experience rewarding. Feimster even tried incorporating beaver puns into her lines, though none of them made the final cut. She did manage to improvise the line "That's Beav 101," embracing her character's identity.
The Enduring Appeal of Zootopia
The actors emphasized the iconic nature of the Zootopia characters, even for those who haven't seen the movies. They expressed excitement about the merchandising opportunities and the impact their roles are having on children.
Feimster is currently on tour with a new stand-up show and filming a show with Will Ferrell. She teased a special next year featuring her new material.
As fans eagerly anticipate the possibility of Zootopia 3, Ke Huy Quan's vision of Tom Hiddleston as a music-loving giraffe adds a delightful layer of anticipation. The success of Zootopia 2 suggests that this vibrant world has plenty more stories to tell.