PAW Patrol 3: Release Date & Everything We Know

PAW Patrol 3 is being developed by Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon and Paramount after Chase, Marshall, Skye, Rocky, Rubble, and Zuma’s second theatrical outing proved to be another hit. Starting life as a Nick Jr. show in 2013, PAW Patrol has since grown into a global megahit for Nickelodeon. The first PAW Patrol movie arrived in theaters in 2021, with the superhero-themed sequel PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie following in 2023. Now the third installment of the cinematic adventures of the PAW Patrol is on a roll.

The next PAW Patrol movie was confirmed during The Mighty Movie's impressive theatrical run, and little time was wasted to strike while the iron was hot. PAW Patrol 3 will follow the movie continuity of the PAW Patrol, which has its own voice cast, a slightly deeper plot than the Nick Jr. show, and new characters such as the poodle Delores (played in the PAW Patrol movie cast by Kim Kardashian). While story details are still under wraps, it’s a given that PAW Patrol 3 will be another big-budget box-office spectacle that younger viewers will be eager to see.

PAW Patrol 3 Latest News

A Release Date Has Been Revealed

Continuing the trend of quick and exciting announcements regarding the next movie in the beloved children's series, the latest news from Spin Master Entertainment sees the release date for PAW Patrol revealed. Buried among a slew of other announcements, it has now been confirmed that PAW Patrol 3 will arrive in theaters on July 31, 2026 (via Variety). Animated movies often have a lengthy production timeline, and Paramount has confidence that their next Paw Patrol adventure will arrive on time. It is important to note that the release date may change over the next two years.

On the announcement of Paw Patrol 3, Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master Entertainment's President offered some insight into what young fans can expect:

"PAW Patrol has entertained generations of preschoolers while subtly teaching them the value of community, inclusiveness and teamwork. On the cusp of the premiere of our second, super-powered film, the universal love for our pups is stronger than ever. We're thrilled to announce a third feature film, expanding the PAW Patrol universe further with an epic new adventure. Featuring action-packed missions and exploring new terrains, this movie will be larger-than-life and once again show how small paws can make big prints."

Spin Master also confirmed that director Cal Brunker (who helmed both PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie and PAW Patrol: The Movie) will return to direct the third film. Spin Master's Jennifer Dodge, Laura Clunie, and Toni Stevens will produce the film while Ronnen Harary, Spin Master's Co-Founder will executive produce.

PAW Patrol 3 Release Date

Chase & The Gang Won't Return Until 2026

Perhaps speaking to the supreme confidence that Paramount has in their PAW Patrol film series, the studio not only announced the sequel before the second movie, but they also set a release date more than two years in advance. Though it will take a while, PAW Patrol is currently scheduled to premiere on July 31, 2026.

PAW Patrol 3 Cast

Who Will Voice The Pups?

The cast of PAW Patrol 3 has yet to be determined, and there’s also no guarantee that the cast of PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie will return to reprise their roles. Kim Kardashian will likely reprise her role as the poodle Delores in PAW Patrol 3, and Liberty, the dachshund who gained stretching powers in The Mighty Movie will likely once again be played by Marsai Martin.

As for the rest of the PAW Patrol, Mckenna Grace could return as Skye, alongside Christian Convery as Chase, Luxton Handspiker as Rubble, Christian Corrao as Marshall, Callum Shoniker as Rocky, and Nylan Pathipan as Zuma. Finn Lee-Epp could also possibly return as Ryder for the PAW Patrol 3 cast. However, it should be noted that — except for Callum Shoniker — all the pups of the PAW Patrol were recast between the first and second movie.

PAW Patrol 3 Potential Story

The story of PAW Patrol 3 has yet to be revealed. However, director Cal Brunker has plenty of source material to draw from for inspiration both from the show and spinoffs such as Rubble & Crew. The second movie saw the pups of the movie PAW Patrol universe gain superpowers like the Mighty Pups run of the TV show. This could continue in PAW Patrol 3, or the sequel could opt to have the PAW Patrol lose their powers for a more grounded story.

There have been no hints about PAW Patrol 3 plot specifics yet. The movie universe has yet to introduce some of the recurring characters of the show like Everest the mountain rescue husky or jeep-driving chihuahua jungle-expert Tracker. It’s possible they could debut as part of the PAW Patrol 3 story.