Washington, Aug. 15 -- Disney has officially announced that 'Zootopia 3' is in development, with Ginnifer Goodwin and Ke Huy Quan confirming the return of their characters at the D23 fan event in Anaheim on Friday, August 14 (local time).

The announcement follows the record-breaking global box office performance of 'Zootopia 2', which has grossed USD 1.8 billion worldwide, as per Variety.

Goodwin, who voices rabbit police officer Judy Hopps, and Quan, who voices pit viper Gary De'Snake, took the stage at D23 to reveal that their characters will return for the third instalment. The pair confirmed that "the bunny and the snake will be back", as quoted by Variety.

The upcoming film will also expand the animal world of the franchise. Follo...