'Zootopia 2' Surpasses 'Frozen 2' to Become Disney's Highest-Grossing Animated Film Ever

Walt Disney Animation Studios' 〈Zootopia 2〉 has created a global phenomenon, setting historic records. It has surpassed the solid record set by 〈Frozen 2〉 in 2019, standing tall as the highest-grossing film in the history of Disney Animation Studios.

According to major foreign media outlets such as Reuters and Variety, 〈Zootopia 2〉 has surpassed a global box office of $1.46 billion (approximately 2.11 trillion won) in just five weeks since its release. This figure exceeds the previous record of $1.45 billion held by 〈Frozen 2〉, signaling a new golden age for Disney's animation lineup.

Overwhelming Support from the Chinese Market and Rapid 'Billion Dollar' Achievement

The key contributor to this success is the Chinese market. 〈Zootopia 2〉 has earned approximately $560 million, accounting for about 40% of its total revenue in China. Notably, during its opening weekend, it captured nearly 95% of the local theater market share, establishing a virtual monopoly and generating explosive popularity.

It has also set an unprecedented record in terms of speed. Since its release on November 26 during the North American Thanksgiving holiday, it surpassed $1 billion in revenue in just 17 days, the fastest pace for any PG-rated film (parental guidance suggested) in history. Its opening score over the first five days also broke records for animated films, reaching $556.5 million.

Dominating Theaters in 2025... Proving Disney's Strength

So far this year, only three films have surpassed $1 billion in global box office revenue, including 〈Zootopia 2〉. Disney's live-action film 〈Lilo & Stitch〉 ($1.03 billion) and the Chinese animation 〈Ne Zha 2〉 (approximately $2.2 billion) are among them. This achievement amidst a flood of blockbusters demonstrates the power of its unique IP (intellectual property) while restoring audience trust.

Having surpassed 4 million viewers in just 12 days since its domestic release, 〈Zootopia 2〉 is expected to continue its long-term success until 2026, based on its solid narrative and attractive characters.