Disney's sequel 'Zootopia 2' reached a new historic milestone by grossing $1.7 billion worldwide, surpassing 'Inside Out 2' ($1.69 billion) and solidifying its position as Hollywood's highest-grossing animated film of all time, according to Box Office data from Box Mojo.

Without However, the absolute record for animation remains with the Chinese production 'Ne Zha 2', with $2.25 billion. With this result, the film ranks as the ninth biggest opening of all time, behind blockbusters like 'Spider-Man: No Way Home' ($1.9 billion) and 'Avengers: Infinity War' ($2 billion). The film, directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, opened before Thanksgiving with a record-breaking $559.5 million in just five days, the best global animated debut ever. To date, it has grossed $390 million domestically and $1.31 billion internationally.

Among its notable achievements, 'Zootopia 2' is the fastest Hollywood animated film to reach $1 billion, as well as the fastest PG-rated opening weekend to cross that mark.

China, a key market

China responded with particular enthusiasm to this sequel, contributing $619 million, making it the second highest-grossing Hollywood film in the country, second only to 'Avengers: Endgame' ($632 million). This success is significant given the historical resistance of the Chinese market to post-pandemic Hollywood productions. According to Variety, Alan Bergman, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, attributed the achievement to the global support of fans and the talent of the Walt Disney Animation Studios team: “This milestone is due, first and foremost, to the fans around the world, whose enthusiasm made it possible.” The film's plot reunites rabbit police officer Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and fox artist Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) to investigate a mysterious reptile resident (voiced by Ke Huy Quan). Despite the monumental success, Disney has not officially announced a third installment. Although the anticipation for 'Zootopia 3' is now inevitable.