The Angry Birds are set to make a comeback on the silver screen, but fans will need to wait until 2027 to see them in action. The upcoming film, slated for release on January 29th, 2027, will see familiar voices like Josh Gad reprising their roles, joined by new cast members such as Keke Palmer.

The announcement of the Angry Birds' return was met with a generally positive, if somewhat lukewarm, response. While the original mobile game's transition to film was initially met with skepticism, the first two movies pleasantly surprised many viewers. Thus, it's no surprise that there's a keen interest in what the third installment will offer.

Animated films often take years to produce, and the wait for Angry Birds 3 is no exception. Fans of other animated series, like the Spiderverse trilogy, have also had to endure long waits, with the final installment similarly scheduled for 2027.

Those birds sure are angry—and their return to theaters might be partly due to Rovio's acquisition by Sega. The thriving community surrounding the Angry Birds series, coupled with Sega's success with the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise, likely played a role in this decision. Sega's ongoing projects, like the upcoming Sonic Rumble with its film-themed skins, show the company's commitment to leveraging its popular IPs.

The returning cast includes big names like Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Rachel Bloom, and Danny McBride, all of whom have found significant success since their initial involvement with the franchise. Joining them are new talents like surreal comedian Tim Robinson and the multitalented actress Keke Palmer, known for her role in Nope.

With the recent celebration of the 15th anniversary of Angry Birds, it's an opportune time to explore what the Creative Officer for the franchise, Ben Mattes, had to say about the milestone and the future of these beloved characters.