‘Zootopia 2’ Achieves Record $1.7 Billion As Top Animated Film
Disney’s “Zootopia 2” has achieved a remarkable milestone, grossing $1.7 billion globally. This figure positions it as the highest-grossing animated film from a Hollywood studio, surpassing Pixar’s “Inside Out 2.” The film now holds the second place in the all-time animated charts, only behind the Chinese blockbuster “Ne Zha 2.”
2025’s Top Hollywood Film
In a surprising turn, “Zootopia 2” is also on track to be the highest-grossing film of 2025 in Hollywood. It is outperforming another Disney film, “Avatar: Fire and Ash.”
- Projected Earnings: “Zootopia 2” is anticipated to earn approximately $12 million in its eighth weekend.
- Domestic Gross: The film has surpassed $400 million domestically and is expected to reach $423 million.
Competition and Rankings
As it stands, “Zootopia 2” is predicted to surpass other 2025 releases like “A Minecraft Movie” and the “Lilo & Stitch” remake, aiming for the top domestic spot.
Historical Context
This sequel has secured its place among the highest-grossing Hollywood animated films, with Disney dominating the top spots. Besides “Zootopia 2,” the Pixar hit “Frozen II” earned $1.45 billion. The highest-grossing non-Disney animated film is now Illumination’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” totaling $1.36 billion.
Performance in Major Markets
Notably, while “Zootopia 2” may earn about $200 million less than “Inside Out 2” domestically, its performance in China has been historic. The film is close to eclipsing “Avengers: Endgame” as the highest-grossing American film in China, with $619 million.
- Japan Earnings: In Japan, “Zootopia 2” is expected to gross around $100 million, already amassing $83 million.
- Comparison with “Avatar: Fire and Ash”: The latter has only generated $13 million in Japan, indicating a stark difference in audience reception.
Cinematic Achievement
With its impressive performances, “Zootopia 2” currently ranks as the No. 9 highest-grossing film of all time. It sits just behind “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which earned $1.92 billion.
Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, praised the film, attributing its success to global fans and the exceptional work of the creative team, including directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard. The collective effort behind “Zootopia 2” has led to an extraordinary cinematic achievement.
