'Zootopia 2' Becomes Disney's Highest-Grossing Animated Film With $1.46 Billion USD
Disney Animation crown shifts as ‘Zootopia 2’ surpasses ‘Frozen 2.’
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Disney’s Zootopia 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated film in the studio’s history, reaching $1.46 billion USD to surpass the previous $1.45 billion USD record held by Frozen 2
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The sequel’s historic box office run was fueled by massive international demand, particularly across Asian markets where the franchise has established a dominant cultural footprint
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This milestone marks the first time a non-musical feature from Disney Animation has claimed the all-time top spot, signaling a shift in audience appetite toward the studio’s character-driven mysteries
The animal kingdom has a new ruler at the global box office. Disney’s Zootopia 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated film in the studio’s history, amassing a staggering $1.46 billion USD to date. By crossing this monumental threshold, the sequel has finally overtaken the long-standing record held by Frozen 2, which earned $1.45 billion USD during its historic 2019 run.
The return of Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde has proven to be an unstoppable force, transcending simple “sequel hype” to become a legitimate cultural phenomenon. Audiences worldwide have embraced the film’s expanded world-building, clever social commentary, and high-stakes mystery. The movie’s ascent was propelled by a massive “family event” turnout over the recent holiday season, paired with an extraordinary performance in international markets like China, South Korea, and Japan, where the Zootopia brand remains a titan of pop culture.
This record-breaking haul cements 2025 as a banner year for Disney Animation. Not only did the film recapture the magic of the 2016 original, but it also utilized cutting-edge rendering technology to deliver a visual spectacle that demanded multiple viewings on the big screen. As the film continues its theatrical run, it is no longer just competing with other cartoons—it is now one of the highest-grossing films of all time, regardless of genre.
