At a Glance
- Zootopia 2 has overtaken every animated title to become the MPA’s top-grossing animated release ever.
- The Disney sequel has collected $1.7 billion worldwide since last Thanksgiving, with $1.313 billion from overseas markets.
- It reached the $1 billion mark in just two weeks, powered by strong word of mouth.
- Why it matters: The runaway success cements Zootopia 2 as 2025’s biggest film globally and sets a new bar for animated blockbusters.
Disney has locked in another historic win: Zootopia 2 is now the Motion Picture Association’s highest-grossing animated film of all time. The sequel crossed the milestone over the weekend, pushing its global haul to $1.7 billion since its Thanksgiving debut.
International moviegoers drove the bulk of that total, contributing $1.313 billion. Strong word of mouth kept turnout high for months, and the picture sprinted past $1 billion in ticket sales within 14 days of release.
With the new record, Zootopia 2 stands as:
- The top-grossing animated feature in both China and the wider international marketplace
- The biggest film released anywhere in 2025
- The second highest-grossing animated title ever behind Ne Zha II
- The ninth highest-grossing movie across all genres, trailing Spider-Man: No Way Home
Alan Bergman, Disney co-chairman, praised the achievement in a statement:
“This milestone belongs first and foremost to the fans around the world whose enthusiasm made it possible. We’re incredibly proud of our filmmakers Jared Bush, Byron Howard, and Yvett Merino and the entire team at Walt Disney Animation Studios for creating a film that connects so deeply with audiences everywhere. This is an extraordinary achievement, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped bring it to life.”
Gavin U. Stonebridge reported for News Of Austin that Zootopia 2 remains on theatrical release, so its revenue total will keep climbing. Industry watchers expect Disney to formalize plans for a third entry in the franchise within the next few years.
Key Takeaways
- Zootopia 2 now rules as the MPA’s top animated release globally.
- $1.7 billion in worldwide receipts sets a new benchmark for Disney Animation.
- Strong overseas appetite-77% of the total-highlights the franchise’s international appeal.
