The Jonas Brothers have officially announced their return to the iconic summer camp that launched them to superstardom, but the reveal of the Camp Rock 3 movie trailer on Friday was met with a mix of rapturous nostalgia and a dash of social media snark.
A Sarcastic Query and a Sharp Retort
The 40-second teaser, posted with the caption 'We’re headed back to camp! #CampRock3 is coming summer 2026 to Disney Channel and Disney+', quickly went viral. However, one fan on X (formerly Twitter) responded with a pointed question: 'Genuine question: are the Jonas Brothers in serious debt or something?', implying the sequel was a cash-grab. The comment garnered over 350,000 likes.
Never one to back down, Joe Jonas, 36, issued a clever and fitting reply. He quoted a line from the original 2008 musical, writing: 'God forbid connect 3 go back to where connect 3 connected.' His retort, a nod to the band's fictional name in the films, has been liked more than 42,000 times.
Back to Camp: Plot Details and Returning Stars
The new film sees the trio—Joe, Kevin (38), and Nick (33)—returning not just as stars but as executive producers, alongside their longtime friend and original co-star Demi Lovato. Lovato, who played Mitchie Torres in the first two films, will remain behind the scenes for this installment.
According to the official synopsis, the story picks up when Connect 3 loses their opening act for a major reunion tour and decides to return to Camp Rock to discover the next big thing. As campers compete for the coveted opening slot, 'tensions rise, and friendships are tested, leading to unexpected alliances, revelations and romances.'
The brothers will reprise their roles as Shane (Joe), Nate (Nick), and Jason Gray (Kevin). They are joined by a new generation of campers, including characters played by Segura, Hudson Stone, and Malachi Barton.
Overwhelming Fan Excitement for the 2026 Release
Despite the solitary critical comment, the overwhelming response from fans has been one of excitement. The trailer on Instagram has amassed nearly 770,000 likes, with comments flooding in from those who grew up with the franchise. One fan wrote, 'I can't believe this is really happening. my childhood,' while another joked, 'I better see them Disney knees.'
The announcement also put to rest any speculation of a more mature version of the franchise. In 2023, Demi Lovato had told Harper's Bazaar she 'used to want to do an R-rated Camp Rock 3' but felt too much time had passed. The official path is now clear: a wholesome return to the Disney fold in summer 2026.
