‘Zootopia 2’ Breaks Records as Highest-Grossing Animated Film at $1.7 Billion

Disney’s “Zootopia 2” has achieved remarkable success at the global box office, grossing an impressive $1.7 billion. This milestone establishes it as the highest-grossing animated film from a Hollywood studio. The film has surpassed Pixar’s “Inside Out 2,” which ranks second on the all-time animation charts, behind the Chinese blockbuster “Ne Zha 2.”

Zootopia 2 Sets New Box Office Records

As of its eighth weekend in theaters, “Zootopia 2” has also secured its position as Hollywood’s highest-grossing film for 2025. It is expected to outpace Disney’s own release, “Avatar: Fire and Ash.” The animated film’s sustained performance suggests it may draw in an additional $12 million in its eighth weekend alone.

Domestic and International Performance

• Domestic Gross: “Zootopia 2” has surpassed $400 million, with projections estimating it will reach $423 million shortly.
• Global Performance: The film is closing in on overtaking “Avengers: Endgame” as the highest-grossing American film in China, with a staggering $619 million.
• Market Comparisons: In Japan, it is on track to reach around $100 million, with current earnings at $83 million, marking it among the top five highest-grossing 2025 films.

In contrast, “Avatar: Fire and Ash” has earned only $13 million in Japan, falling short of its predecessor’s performance, which grossed $32.9 million in 2022.

Historic Rankings Among Animated Films

Historically, this success positions “Zootopia 2” within the top ten highest-grossing films of all time, ranked ninth before inflation adjustments. It trails behind “Spider-Man: No Way Home,” which earned $1.92 billion. Disney has now released three of the top four highest-grossing animated films, including “The Lion King” CGI remake and “Frozen II,” which grossed $1.45 billion. In the non-Disney category, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie” holds the record at $1.36 billion.

Director and Team Acknowledgment

Alan Bergman, Co-Chairman of Disney Entertainment, expressed gratitude towards the fans and the creative team behind “Zootopia 2.” He praised filmmakers Jared Bush, Byron Howard, and Yvett Merino for their exceptional work, emphasizing the film’s global connection with audiences.

This historic box office run underscores the enduring popularity of animated sequels, showcasing Disney’s capability to resonate deeply with global viewers.