Ice Age 6 Trailer Unveiled, Teasing Squirrel's Baby

The latest installment in the beloved animated franchise hits theaters this summer.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 5:44am

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A minimalist, abstract illustration using jagged, geometric shapes in shades of blue and white to conceptually represent the Ice Age franchise and its iconic squirrel character.The latest installment in the beloved Ice Age animated franchise promises to bring a fresh twist with the introduction of the squirrel character's baby.Las Vegas Today

20th Century Studios unveiled the first trailer for Ice Age: Boiling Point at CinemaCon in Las Vegas, marking the return of the popular animated franchise to the big screen after over a decade. The new film will feature the iconic squirrel character and his baby, adding a fresh twist to the Ice Age story.

Why it matters

The Ice Age series has been a beloved family-friendly franchise for over 20 years, and the announcement of a new installment has generated significant excitement among fans. The inclusion of the squirrel character's baby storyline is expected to bring a new level of humor and heart to the series, potentially attracting both longtime fans and new audiences.

The details

Ice Age: Boiling Point will be the first theatrical release in the Ice Age franchise since 2016's Ice Age: Collision Course. The new film will see the return of the series' beloved characters, including the iconic squirrel, as they navigate the challenges of the changing climate and the arrival of the squirrel's unexpected baby.

  • The first trailer for Ice Age: Boiling Point was revealed at CinemaCon in Las Vegas on April 16, 2026.
  • Ice Age: Boiling Point is scheduled to hit theaters this summer.

The players

20th Century Studios

The film production company behind the Ice Age franchise, which is now a subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company.

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What’s next

Fans can expect to see more promotional materials and behind-the-scenes content leading up to the film's release this summer.

The takeaway

The return of the Ice Age franchise with a new installment featuring the beloved squirrel character and his baby promises to deliver a fresh and entertaining experience for both longtime fans and new audiences.