Zootopia 2 surpasses all animated films to claim top box office spot

Disney's Zootopia 2 has made history as the highest-grossing animated film of all time, eclipsing previous records months after hitting $1 billion globally. Disney chief marketer Asad Ayaz praised its transformative impact on animated blockbusters.

Building on its earlier milestone of becoming the fastest PG-rated and Hollywood animated film to reach $1 billion worldwide in late 2025, Zootopia 2 has now set the ultimate benchmark by surpassing all prior animated films in global box office earnings.

In a recent discussion, Disney chief marketer Asad Ayaz described the sequel's performance as a 'history-making run' that has introduced a new era for animated blockbusters, thanks to its compelling storytelling and universal appeal. This crowning achievement cements the Zootopia franchise's legacy, which began with the original 2016 film's strong $1.02 billion haul.

The milestone highlights Disney's dominance in animation, captivating audiences globally. Exact final earnings figures were not detailed, but Zootopia 2's ascent positions it as an enduring landmark in the genre.

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James Cameron's 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' dominated the Christmas box office, adding $88 million domestically over the holiday weekend to reach $760 million worldwide after two weeks. The sci-fi sequel showed strong holds, outperforming its predecessor in its second frame. New releases like A24's 'Marty Supreme' surprised with a robust $27 million debut, while Disney's 'Zootopia 2' continued its run as 2025's top earner.

Disney's Zootopia 2 has become the fastest PG-rated film and the quickest Hollywood animation to surpass $1 billion worldwide. The sequel achieved this milestone in its third weekend, topping the U.S. box office with an estimated $26 million. It marks the third movie of 2025 to hit the billion-dollar mark globally.

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Following its record-breaking $1 billion milestone last week, Disney's Zootopia 2 has surged to $1.137 billion worldwide after three weeks, surpassing the 2016 original's total and claiming 2025's highest-grossing Hollywood film spot. China leads international success with over $500 million.

James Cameron's Avatar: Fire and Ash continues to dominate the box office, earning $21.3 million in its fourth weekend. The film outperformed newcomers Primate and Greenland 2: Migration, which debuted with $11.3 million and $8.5 million respectively. Overall, the weekend's totals suggest a steady but not explosive start to the year for cinemas.

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Zoe Saldaña has surpassed Scarlett Johansson to claim the title of the highest-grossing actor in film history, according to box office tracker The Numbers. Her films have collectively earned $15.46 billion worldwide. This milestone highlights her key roles in major franchises like Avatar and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.

The Advanced Imaging Society's 16th annual Lumiere Awards celebrated technical and creative achievements in film and television, with Sinners winning best live-action feature and Zootopia 2 taking best animated feature. Special honors went to Ethan Hawke and Jon M. Chu during the event on February 9, 2026. Other winners included Wicked: For Good for best musical and KPop Demon Hunters for original song and musical sequence.

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Universal's 'Wicked: For Good' soared to $150 million domestically and $76 million internationally for a $226 million global opening weekend, setting multiple records for Broadway adaptations. The film, directed by Jon M. Chu and starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, outperformed its predecessor in key markets and earned an 'A' CinemaScore. This success provides a much-needed boost to a struggling box office ahead of the holiday season.

 

 

 

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