Sequel Scores Second-Best Disney Animation Start
- Disney's animated sequel is off to a strong start, perhaps challenging Thanksgiving box office records.
- "Zootopia 2" garnered $10.2 million in preview screenings on Tuesday, marking the second-highest preview start for Walt Disney Animation Studios.
- While a strong debut,"Zootopia 2" faces a high bar to surpass the record set by "Moana 2" ($139 million over the conventional weekend and $225 million over five...
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Zootopia 2 Roars to $10.2 Million in Tuesday Previews, Eyes $150 Million Thanksgiving Weekend
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Disney’s animated sequel is off to a strong start, perhaps challenging Thanksgiving box office records.
What Happened: Record-Breaking Previews
“Zootopia 2” garnered $10.2 million in preview screenings on Tuesday, marking the second-highest preview start for Walt Disney Animation Studios. It trails only “Moana 2” ($13.8 million) and surpasses “frozen II” ($8.5 million). the film officially opened on Wednesday and is projected to collect between $125 million and $150 million over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend.
Context & Importance: Thanksgiving Box Office Landscape
While a strong debut,”Zootopia 2″ faces a high bar to surpass the record set by “Moana 2” ($139 million over the conventional weekend and $225 million over five days).Other notable Thanksgiving box office performers include “Frozen II” ($125 million over five days in 2019) and “Hunger Games: Catching Fire” ($109 million over five days in 2013). The success of “Zootopia 2” is crucial for Disney, demonstrating the continued appeal of their animated franchises.
Historical Thanksgiving Box Office Performance (Top 5)
| Rank | Film | 5-Day Gross (Millions) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Moana 2 | $225 | 2024 |
| 2 | Frozen II | $125 | 2019 |
| 3 | Hunger Games: Catching Fire | $109 | 2013 |
| 4 | Toy Story 3 | $103 | 2010 |
| 5 | Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone | $90 | 2001 |
Global Performance & International Appeal
“Zootopia 2” is expected to dominate the international box office, wiht projections of $135 million to $145 million over the weekend.The film launched on wednesday in China and Korea to notable results. In China, it achieved the 10th highest opening day ever for a U.S.release, earning $33.7 million. this strong international performance highlights the global appeal of the “Zootopia” franchise.