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Minions & Monsters Dominates Global Box Office
3 Jul
Summary
- The film grossed $62.6M globally in its first two days.
- Domestic earnings reached $25M, ranking third for July animated openings.
- Social media reach exceeded 793M, surpassing other animated hits.
Illumination/Universal's latest animated feature, Minions & Monsters, has made a significant impact at the global box office, earning $62.6 million within its first two days of release. The film opened on Wednesday, July 3rd, 2026, and has since accumulated $25 million domestically.
This strong domestic performance places Minions & Monsters third among all animated Wednesday openings in July, following "Despicable Me 2" and "Despicable Me 4." The film's international performance has also been robust, with $37.6 million collected overseas through Thursday, July 4th, 2026. It has topped the box office charts in Germany, Spain, Poland, and the Netherlands, and is currently leading in China with an estimated $4.6 million.
The movie's pre-release social media reach was exceptional, boasting 793 million across various platforms, which is 31% higher than comparable family animated films. This digital engagement significantly boosted its initial box office performance, indicating strong audience anticipation for the film.
