Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (2026) – First Trailer | Matthew Lillard, Freddie Prinze Jr.

The trailer opens with the familiar, upbeat theme song of Scooby-Doo, but this time, it’s a spooky remix, hinting at the darker, more thrilling adventure ahead. The camera pans across a moody, fog-covered bayou, with creaky wooden boats floating in the mist. The music shifts from lighthearted to ominous, and a distant howl of a wolf echoes through the trees. The scene sets a mysterious tone.

Narrator (Matthew Lillard’s voice as Shaggy, nervously):
“Jinkies, gang… you sure this is the right place?”

Cut to:
Scooby-Doo (Frank Welker’s voice) happily eating a sandwich while Shaggy nervously eyes the shadowy surroundings. Behind them, Fred (Freddie Prinze Jr.) and Daphne (Gray Griffin) are looking over a map of the island, while Velma (Kate Micucci) reads through a mysterious book.

Fred (confidently, with a grin):
“According to the legend, this island is cursed… and we’ve been invited here to uncover the truth.”

Velma (serious, flipping through the pages):
“It’s not just an old ghost story, Fred. The local legends speak of ancient curses… and something far darker than we’ve ever faced before.”

Shaggy (whispering nervously to Scooby):
“Like, I’ve got a bad feeling about this, Scoob. It’s all too quiet, too creepy…”

Scooby-Doo (barking in agreement, his tail wagging nervously):
“Ruh-roh!”

The camera transitions to the gang arriving on the island via a small boat. The island is dense with jungle and ruins, mysterious and ancient. The moonlight cuts through the trees, casting long shadows over strange stone structures. Suddenly, a strange figure emerges from the darkness — an eerie, spectral woman in white, beckoning them to come closer.

Daphne (with a mix of intrigue and concern):
“This place has a long history… and something doesn’t feel right about it.”

The gang steps onto the haunted grounds of the island, and the camera zooms in on ancient statues, overgrown tombs, and creepy abandoned houses. In the distance, the faint sound of groaning zombies and howling fills the air, adding to the tension.

Fred (commanding, looking determined):
“We’ve faced a lot of mysteries, but this one feels different. Let’s stick together.”

Cut to:
The gang is trapped in a terrifying chase scene — shadows dart across the landscape, zombie-like figures slowly closing in from every direction. The camera cuts between Scooby and Shaggy, running in pure panic, jumping over obstacles, and dodging zombies with comical precision. Meanwhile, Velma and Daphne are searching for clues, while Fred leads the group, trying to find a way out.

Velma (voice filled with urgency):
“I’ve found something! These zombies… they’re not just legends! They’re real!”

Shaggy (yelling while running away from a zombie):
“Like, I told you! There’s no way I’m getting near these guys!”

Scooby-Doo (scrambling to keep up with Shaggy, fearfully):
“Ruh-roh! Ruh-roh!”

Cut to:
A series of heart-pounding scenes where zombies rise from the graves, storm the jungle, and chase the gang through dark forests and ancient ruins. Scooby and Shaggy find themselves in hilarious, nerve-wracking situations where they hide inside an old crypt and nearly get trapped by a zombie horde.

Fred (looking at Velma, strategizing):
“These zombies aren’t what they seem. We need to find the real story behind them — fast!”

Daphne (fighting off a zombie with a shovel):
“You think?!”

The gang splits up in search of the truth behind the island’s curse. Velma uncovers a shocking secret — the zombies are actually the spirits of past pirates cursed to rise every full moon. They were betrayed and left to die, and now their restless souls seek revenge. Meanwhile, Daphne and Fred discover hidden clues that could lead them to the mastermind behind the curse.

Velma (excited, solving the mystery):
“I knew it! The curse wasn’t a myth. It’s a punishment for the pirates’ betrayal. But who’s controlling them?”

Shaggy (shivering, looking over his shoulder):
“Like, I don’t even wanna know, Velma! Can we go home now?”

Cut to the final action-packed showdown:
The gang confronts the true villain behind the curse — an ancient pirate ghost, who’s been using dark magic to control the zombies and keep his treasure hidden. There’s an intense battle with fireworks, mystical fog, and the zombies closing in as the gang works together to break the curse.

Fred (bravely standing in front of the villain):
“You’re not going to get away with this!”

Daphne (flipping through a book of magic):
“We’ve got the antidote to your curse! It’s over!”

Shaggy (to Scooby, panting):
“Like, I think I prefer the regular creepy villains. These zombie ones are way too real!”

Final Scene:
The gang escapes just as the island starts to sink back into the mysterious fog, and the zombie pirates return to rest. Scooby and Shaggy share a relieved, but exhausted moment, while Fred, Daphne, and Velma share a look of victory.

Shaggy (out of breath, laughing nervously):
“That’s one mystery I’m glad we solved… but I’m never coming near another zombie island again.”

Scooby-Doo (laughing along with Shaggy, munching on a sandwich):
“Ruh-roh. Me too!”

Text on screen: “Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island – Coming Soon, 2026”

The camera fades to black with the familiar Scooby-Doo theme song playing as the gang drives off into the night, ready for their next mystery.