Animation Reigns Supreme: 2025 Box Office Domination

In 2025, animated films maintained a strong presence at the global box office, though with a slightly reduced number compared to the previous year. Three animated features have so far secured positions within the year's top ten highest-grossing films worldwide. These include the anticipated sequel Zootopia 2 and the current worldwide leader, Ne Zha 2, highlighting animation's sustained box office appeal.

The five highest-earning animated releases of 2025 showcase the genre's continued global strength. While major Hollywood sequels and popular anime titles achieved significant worldwide numbers, the focus has also shifted to profitability. Analyzing earnings against production budgets reveals which films offered the best value relative to their costs.

Remarkably, Chainsaw Man - The Movie: Reze Arc emerged as the top performer in terms of return on investment. Its modest production budget, coupled with strong global earnings, resulted in an outstanding 38.58x return. Both Infinity Castle and Ne Zha 2 also demonstrated exceptional value, outperforming many other animated releases financially.