"Zootopia 2" Achieves Record-Breaking Box Office Milestone

“Zootopia 2” has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing $1 billion in global box office revenue just 17 days after its release. This accomplishment makes it the fastest PG-rated film to reach this benchmark, with domestic earnings of $232.7 million and international earnings of $753.4 million. The film joins the ranks of only 13 animated films that have ever crossed the $1 billion mark, with ten of those being Disney titles. Notably, it is the third film in 2025 to achieve this feat, following Disney’s “Lilo & Stitch” and China’s “Ne Zha 2,” which remains the highest-grossing release of the year at $1.9 billion.

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The sequel to the original “Zootopia,” which was released nine years ago and also became a billion-dollar success, debuted ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. It opened with a remarkable $158 million in North America and $559 million globally over the five-day weekend, marking the second-largest Thanksgiving launch and the best start for an animated film in history. The film's performance has been bolstered by positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth, alongside a notable demand for family-friendly content, particularly following the underperformance of Pixar’s “Elio” earlier in the summer.

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“Zootopia 2” has also made a significant impact in international markets, particularly in China, where it has grossed $430 million, making it the second-biggest non-local release in the country’s history, trailing only Disney’s “Avengers: Endgame.” The film's popularity in China has been attributed to the success of the original “Zootopia” and the opening of Zootopia Land at Shanghai Disneyland, which has further entrenched the franchise in the cultural landscape.

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Jared Bush, the chief creative officer of Walt Disney Animation Studios, expressed the team's pride in the film's success, stating, “This milestone means the world to us, because more than anything, it means audiences are coming to theaters for a shared experience... that is a Zootopia dream come true.”

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While the film has received widespread acclaim, some critics have pointed out that the animated film landscape has been dominated by Disney, raising concerns about the lack of diversity in animated storytelling. This perspective highlights the need for a broader range of narratives in family entertainment.

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• “Everyone at Disney Animation put their heart, soul and passion into this film to tell a story full of joy, imagination, and incredible thoughtfulness,” — Jared Bush, Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney Animation Studios.

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• “This milestone means the world to us, because more than anything, it means audiences are coming to theaters for a shared experience of watching this movie on the big screen, everyone together, from all walks of life around the world — and that is a Zootopia dream come true.” — Jared Bush, Chief Creative Officer, Walt Disney Animation Studios.

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“Zootopia 2” continues to draw audiences worldwide, solidifying its place as a significant entry in the animated film genre and setting a new standard for future releases.

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