PAW Patrol 4 Heads to Theaters in 2029
Paramount and Spin Master are developing a fourth PAW Patrol animated feature, with Cal Brunker returning to direct.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Animation
Spin Master and Paramount Animation are developing PAW Patrol 4 for a 2029 theatrical release. The sequel follows PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, which makes its exclusive streaming premiere on Paramount+ on November 12.
Why it matters
The franchise's three animated features have grossed more than half a billion dollars worldwide, signaling sustained commercial demand for the property. Continuity in key creative roles, including director Cal Brunker and co-writer Bob Barlen, points to a consistent approach across installments.
The three Brunker-directed PAW Patrol features have grossed more than half a billion dollars worldwide combined. Individual film totals and the budget for the upcoming sequel have not been disclosed.
The players
Paramount Animation
The animation division of Paramount, which is co-developing PAW Patrol 4 and co-produced The Dino Movie.
Spin Master Entertainment
The Toronto-based toy and entertainment company that owns the PAW Patrol franchise and co-produced The Dino Movie.
Cal Brunker
The filmmaker returning to direct PAW Patrol 4 after helming the franchise's earlier animated features.
The details
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie, the third animated feature in the franchise and based on Keith Chapman's TV series, was released in theaters in August before its November 12 Paramount+ premiere. Spin Master Entertainment, Paramount Animation, and Nickelodeon Movies produced The Dino Movie, and Skydance Products & Publishing handles its consumer products.
Timeline
August: PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie released in theaters.
November 12: The Dino Movie streaming premiere exclusively on Paramount+.
2029: Scheduled theatrical release of PAW Patrol 4.
Franchise Continuity
PAW Patrol 4 extends the Brunker-directed run of animated features, which have together grossed more than half a billion dollars worldwide. Retaining director Cal Brunker and co-writer Bob Barlen continues the creative team behind the earlier films.
Viewers can stream PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie exclusively on Paramount+ starting November 12. Paramount+ also carries the franchise's earlier films, the original TV series, and specials.
The takeaway
The PAW Patrol franchise is planning ahead, with its next theatrical installment already set for 2029. Families wanting to catch up can find the earlier films and series on Paramount+ before the sequel arrives.
What happens next
PAW Patrol: The Dino Movie premieres exclusively on Paramount+ on November 12, and PAW Patrol 4 is scheduled for theatrical release in 2029.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Animation World Network.
