Zootopia 2 Shatters Records in China and Leads Global Box Office

Zootopia 2 has emerged as a blockbuster success worldwide, with nearly 50% of its earnings from Wednesday through Sunday coming from China. The animated sequel grossed an impressive $272 million in China alone, eclipsing the original 2016 film's record and establishing itself as the highest-grossing animated film from Hollywood in the nation.

In North America, the film garnered $156 million, securing the top spot at the domestic box office. This edition continues the adventures of a dedicated bunny police officer and her crafty fox sidekick as they navigate a vibrant city of anthropomorphic animals, delivering a blend of humor, emotion, and thrills to viewers of every age.

Wicked: For Good also drew significant audiences, raking in $92.2 million globally during its second weekend, bringing its total to $393.3 million in just ten days.

The triumph of these films is a favorable sign for theaters entering the holiday period, a historically busy time for cinema. Ticket sales in the U.S. and Canada year-to-date have hit $7.8 billion, representing a slight increase from last year, although still trailing pre-pandemic figures.

Industry experts remain hopeful that the upbeat momentum from recent hits, along with effective marketing campaigns, will ensure robust audience turnout through the year's end, including the highly anticipated release of the upcoming Avatar movie.