Disney’s “Inside Out 2” has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time. As of Tuesday, the film has earned $1.46 billion globally, surpassing the previous record held by Disney’s own “Frozen II.” The film’s box office success continues to grow, with future earnings anticipated from its upcoming release in Japan.
The achievement of “Inside Out 2” is notable given Disney’s recent challenges with its animated releases. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, Disney and Pixar experienced fluctuating success at the box office, partly due to a shift towards releasing some animated films directly on Disney+ during theatrical closures. Since 2019, no Disney animated feature, excluding the 2019 “The Lion King” which Disney categorizes as a live-action remake, had exceeded $480 million in global earnings until this latest release.
“Inside Out 2” has also set records with its rapid financial success, passing the $1 billion mark just 19 days post-release, making it the fastest animated film to achieve this feat. It has already secured a place as the 13th highest-grossing film of all time. The film’s success is seen as a positive development for the film industry, particularly for movie theaters that have been recovering from a slow start to the summer season and ongoing strikes affecting the industry.
Box office analysts highlight the film’s global success, noting its impressive performance across various regions including Europe, Asia, and the Americas. The film’s success is also credited with revitalizing the global box office momentum, which had seen a lull since the previous summer’s blockbuster hits.
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‘Inside Out 2’ becomes highest-grossing animated movie of all time