Los Angeles [US], January 20 (HBTV): Disney’s animated sequel Zootopia 2 has become Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film of all time, overtaking Inside Out 2, industry reports said.
The film has earned USD 1.7 billion globally, surpassing the USD 1.69 billion worldwide collection of Inside Out 2, which was released in 2024. Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, Zootopia 2 now ranks as the ninth highest-grossing film ever at the global box office, ahead of titles such as The Lion King and Jurassic World, according to reports.
China’s Ne Zha 2 continues to hold the overall record for the highest-grossing animated film worldwide, with a reported collection of USD 2.25 billion.
Reacting to the milestone, Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman credited audiences and the filmmaking team for the success. He said the achievement belonged to fans worldwide and praised directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard, producer Yvett Merino, and the team at Walt Disney Animation Studios for creating a film that resonated strongly with viewers.
Released during the Thanksgiving holiday, Zootopia 2 collected USD 156 million in the United States and USD 559.5 million globally within its first five days. The opening marked the highest global debut ever for an animated film and the biggest worldwide opening of the year.
The sequel follows rabbit police officer Judy Hopps, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin, and con artist fox Nick Wilde, voiced by Jason Bateman, as they reunite to investigate a mysterious new reptilian resident, voiced by Ke Huy Quan.
Disney has not yet announced plans for Zootopia 3.
(ANI)