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Zootopia 2 Roars Past Original: Disney's New Animated King
3 Jan
Summary
- Zootopia 2 surpassed the original's domestic gross in early 2026.
- It is now Disney's highest-grossing animated film worldwide.
- The film shows a strong return on investment, nearing 10x budget.
Zootopia 2 has achieved a monumental milestone, recently surpassing the original 2016 film's North American box office total. The animated sequel has also ascended to become Disney's highest-grossing animated film of all time worldwide, with a global haul of $1.476 billion as of early 2026. This financial triumph places it as the second-highest-grossing film of 2025, though its position is subject to competition.
The film's success is further highlighted by its impressive return on investment. Zootopia 2 has already delivered approximately 9.84 times its production budget, with potential to exceed this ratio. This strong financial performance positions it among the top-grossing animated films globally, including Ne Zha 2, Inside Out 2, and The Lion King.
Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, Zootopia 2 reunites Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they investigate a new threat to the city of anthropomorphic animals. The narrative explores themes of maintaining peace in a diverse society, resonating with audiences worldwide.
