Anderson .Paak, Gabrielle Union, Lil Rel Howery and JB Smoove headline the guest cast of Disney+’s new stop-motion holiday special featuring six original songs.
Disney+ is bringing holiday cheer to one of its most beloved animated families with A Proud Family Wizmas, an all-new stop-motion holiday special featuring a star-studded lineup of celebrity guest voices. The upcoming musical adventure will welcome Anderson .Paak, Gabrielle Union, Lil Rel Howery, JB Smoove, and several other entertainers as Penny Proud embarks on an unforgettable Christmas adventure.
Disney+ announced the special’s premiere date, official poster, and guest cast on Tuesday, offering fans a first look at the festive return of the Proud family. Unlike the franchise’s traditional 2D animation, the upcoming special embraces stop-motion animation to bring a fresh visual style to its holiday celebration.
The special promises plenty of laughs, heartfelt family moments, and original music as Penny faces an unexpected responsibility that could determine the fate of Christmas itself.
Anderson .Paak, Gabrielle Union and More Join the Holiday Adventure
The newly announced guest cast brings together an impressive collection of musicians, comedians and actors, adding even more personality to the Proud family’s holiday celebration.
Grammy-winning musician Anderson .Paak will voice Mall Elf, while comedian Lil Rel Howery takes on the role of Bubble. JB Smoove joins the festivities as Mall Santa, with Karlous Miller portraying Benny.
Additional guest stars include Tone Loc as Penny Loc, Earthquake as Big Mack, Luenell as Belinda, and Affion Crockett as Billy.
Gabrielle Union also returns to the franchise, reprising her role as Talia Rogue.
The special reunites these guest performers with the familiar voices audiences have followed throughout the franchise’s history, promising a blend of nostalgic characters and fresh comedic talent.
Penny Proud Must Save Christmas in A Proud Family Wizmas
The holiday adventure centers on Penny Proud, whose latest mishap threatens to ruin the most wonderful time of the year.
After inadvertently destroying Christmas as everyone knows it, Penny reluctantly agrees to make things right. Her mission takes her on a journey to save the holiday for the children of Emilyville and ultimately the entire world.
The story gives the franchise an opportunity to explore familiar themes of family, friendship, and responsibility through a Christmas adventure.
The special will also feature six new original songs, bringing an additional musical element to Penny’s mission.
The Original Proud Family Cast Returns
Fans can expect plenty of familiar voices returning for the holiday celebration, led by Kyla Pratt as Penny Proud.
Tommy Davidson returns as Oscar Proud, alongside Paula Jai Parker as Trudy Proud and JoMarie Payton as Suga Mama. Cedric the Entertainer reprises his role as Uncle Bobby.
The returning ensemble also includes Karen Malina White as Dijonay Jones, Soleil Moon Frye as Zoey Howzer, Alisa Reyes as LaCienega Boulevardez, Carlos Mencia as Felix Boulevardez and Alvaro Gutierrez as Papi.
Raquel Lee Bolleau returns as Nubia Gross, while Melissa De Sousa voices Sunset Boulevardez.
The combination of longtime cast members and new celebrity guests continues the franchise’s tradition of celebrating family, music and comedy while introducing its characters to new generations of viewers.
The Proud Family Creator Returns for Stop-Motion Special
Disney Television Animation, part of Disney Kids & Family, produces A Proud Family Wizmas.
Franchise creator and executive producer Bruce W. Smith directs the special, with executive producer Ralph Farquhar of BaR Productions handling writing duties. David Brooks serves as co-director, while Portland-based stop-motion animation studio HouseSpecial helps bring the holiday adventure to life.
Kurt Farquhar returns as songwriter and composer, contributing six original songs created specifically for the special.
The creative team’s involvement keeps the holiday production connected to the franchise’s roots while exploring a different style of animation.
Originally debuting in 2001, The Proud Family became one of Disney Channel’s most recognizable animated series. The franchise later returned with The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, introducing Penny and her family to a new generation through Disney+.
Ahead of the holiday special, audiences can revisit the original The Proud Family series, The Proud Family: Louder and Prouder, and The Proud Family Movie, all available to stream on Disney+.
A PROUD FAMILY WIZMAS premieres exclusively on Disney+ on November 14, 2026.
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