The animal metropolis is back and bigger than ever! Zootopia 2 has officially claimed the crown as Walt Disney Animation Studios’ highest-grossing film of all time, surpassing the beloved Frozen 2. With a staggering $1.46 billion at the global box office, this sequel proves that Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde are Disney’s most profitable detective duo.

Zootopia 2 Box Office Breakdown: The Numbers That Made History

Metric	Amount
Global Box Office	$1.46 billion
Domestic Earnings	$333 million
International Earnings	$1.13 billion
China Box Office	$563 million+
Days to $1 Billion	17 days
Previous Record Holder	Frozen 2 ($1.45 billion)

What Made Zootopia 2 a Box Office Phenomenon?

China’s Incredible Reception

The film achieved remarkable success in China, earning over $500 million, making it the highest-grossing U.S. movie in that market by a significant margin. This performance is particularly noteworthy given Hollywood’s recent struggles in Chinese theaters.

Record-Breaking Opening

Zootopia 2 scored an impressive 5-day global opening of $556 million over Thanksgiving weekend, demolishing the previous animated film record. The sequel became the fastest PG-rated movie to reach the billion-dollar milestone in just 17 days.

The Perfect Sequel Formula

Nine years after the original, Zootopia 2 reunites Ginnifer Goodwin as Judy Hopps and Jason Bateman as Nick Wilde. The buddy cop duo embarks on a new undercover adventure involving a mysterious reptile that threatens Zootopia’s harmony.

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What’s Next for the Franchise?

With Zootopia 2’s phenomenal success, Disney reportedly plans to release Zootopia 3 within the next 5-6 years. Meanwhile, Frozen 3 is scheduled for November 2027, setting up an epic showdown for Disney Animation supremacy.

FAQs

How much money did Zootopia 2 make worldwide?

Zootopia 2 earned $1.46 billion globally, with $333 million domestically and $1.13 billion from international markets, surpassing Frozen 2’s $1.45 billion record.