Camp Rock Reimagined
Disney Sets Camp Rock 3 Premiere for August 13, Reveals New Cast and First Single
Key Points
Sherry Cola is cast as a new Camp Rock 3 camper named Lark.
The first single from Camp Rock 3, 'One Beat Away,' is performed by Liamani Segura as Sage and is now available to stream.
The 'Worlds Collide Concert Tour' is planned to return to North America in fall 2026.
Demi Lovato will not reprise the role of Mitchie in Camp Rock 3, despite serving as an executive producer.
Disney confirmed that Camp Rock 3 will premiere August 13 on Disney Channel at 8:00 PM ET/PT, with streaming on Disney+ beginning the next day, The Futon Critic reported. The announcement came alongside a second teaser trailer and the debut single "One Beat Away," marking the franchise's first new film in 16 years.
The Jonas Brothers — Joe, Nick, and Kevin — return as Connect 3, the fictional band at the heart of the story. A new generation of campers joins them, led by rising star Liamani Segura, Celeb Secrets confirmed. Demi Lovato will not appear on screen but serves as an executive producer.
Connect 3 Returns to Find the Next Big Thing
The plot picks up with Connect 3 losing their opening act for a major reunion tour. To find a replacement, the trio heads back to Camp Rock to run a talent search, WDWNT reported. That setup gives the film a natural bridge between the original stars and a fresh young cast.
Maria Canals-Barrera returns as Connie Torres, the camp's lead caterer and Mitchie's mother. Her role is reportedly expanded in this installment. Tensions, alliances, and romances among the new campers shape the story, Celeb Secrets noted.
New Cast Led by Liamani Segura and Malachi Barton
Liamani Segura plays Sage, the film's lead protagonist. She is described as "bold and determined" and performs the first single, "One Beat Away," which is now available on Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, KJWL reported. Segura is also starring in Descendants: Wicked Wonderland the same summer, making her Disney's biggest new face of 2026.
Malachi Barton plays Fletch, the camp "bad boy" and guitarist. Hudson Stone plays Desi, Sage's easygoing brother. Sherry Cola joins as Lark, a new camper with a comedic edge. Lumi Pollack, Casey Trotter, Brooklynn Pitts, and Ava Jean round out the new generation, WDWNT confirmed.
Demi Lovato Behind the Camera, Not in Front of It
Lovato will not reprise her role as Mitchie Torres on screen. Disney's official statements confirm she is an executive producer only. Director Veronica Rodriguez addressed the absence, saying, "You can't really talk about Camp Rock... without referencing [Mitchie]. We love Mitchie," but stopped short of confirming any surprise cameo, Mixx 993 reported.
The character of Mitchie still shapes the story's lore. Fan forums have zeroed in on whether a cameo is hidden for the film's finale. Veronica Rodriguez previously directed Disney's The Slumber Party. Eydie Faye wrote the screenplay. The Jonas Brothers and Lovato are all listed as executive producers.
Worlds Collide Tour and Soundtrack Plans Extend the Franchise
Beyond the film, Disney has a major fall revenue push planned. The "Worlds Collide Concert Tour" kicks off September 25, 2026, in Palm Desert, CA, spanning 48 arena dates across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. The tour groups Camp Rock with the Descendants and ZOMBIES franchises, building what Disney is calling a unified "Disney Musical Universe."
The Camp Rock 3 digital soundtrack drops August 13 alongside the film's premiere. Digital and vinyl pre-orders are scheduled to go live July 13, KJWL reported. The original Camp Rock (2008) and Camp Rock 2 (2010) were both the number-one cable movie premieres in their respective years, setting a high bar for the revival.
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