Michael B. Jordan is back, but this time he’s swapping punches for feathers… and fur. Netflix has unveiled the first official trailer for Swapped, a vibrant new animated feature from Skydance Animation, marking Jordan’s first major movie since his Oscar win.
In Swapped, Jordan voices Ollie, a small woodland creature whose species has a long-standing rivalry with the majestic birds living in the same valley. Juno Temple voices Ivy, one of these birds, and when a mysterious magical event causes Ollie and Ivy to trade bodies, the natural enemies must team up to survive the wildest adventure of their lives.
The trailer kicks off with a sweet cameo: Jordan’s niece and nephew join him to introduce the film, giving fans a glimpse of his real-life family before diving into the animated chaos.
Cast and Characters
- Michael B. Jordan as Ollie, the small woodland creature
- Juno Temple as Ivy, the majestic bird
- Tracy Morgan as Pookoo
- Cedric the Entertainer as Caloo
- Justina Machado (The Horror of Dolores Roach) as Calli, Ollie’s mother
- Ambika Mod (One Day, This Is Going to Hurt) as Violet, Ivy’s sister
- Lolly Adefope (Ghosts, Miracle Workers) as Lily, Ivy’s sister
- Táta Vega as Grandma
The ensemble brings together a mix of comedy and family adventure, promising laughs, heart, and a little “walking in someone else’s feathers and fur.”
Production Team
Swapped is directed by Nathan Greno, known for co-directing Disney’s Tangled. The story was developed by John Whittington, Adam Karp, Christian Magalhaes, Robert Snow, and Greno, with a screenplay by Whittington, Magalhaes, and Snow. The score is composed by Siddhartha Khosla.
Producers include John Lasseter, David Ellison, Dana Goldberg, and Mary Ellen Bauder Andrews for Skydance Animation. This film is the second Skydance Animation project set to debut on Netflix in 2026, following the studio’s upcoming Ray Gunn.
The Adventure
Swapped is a buddy comedy with a nature-inspired twist. When Ollie and Ivy swap bodies, they must navigate each other’s worlds and perspectives, learning teamwork and empathy while surviving a chaotic adventure across The Valley. First-look images released alongside the trailer offer a peek into the lush, colorful landscapes and lively animal characters that populate this unique world.
Release Date: May 1, 2026, globally on Netflix
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Michael B. Jordan… in fur? 🦔✨ Juno Temple… in feathers? 🐦✨
When sworn enemies swap bodies, the adventure gets WILD. Don’t miss Swapped, coming to Netflix May 1!
If you want, I can also make an “insider-style” version that leans into behind-the-scenes details, casting fun facts, and Jordan’s first animated lead role—perfect for your Black Hollywood audience. It would be a bit more playful and engaging than a straight press-style article. Do you want me to do that next?