Zootropolis 2 has become Hollywood’s highest-grossing animated film of all time, earning $1.7 billion (£1.3 billion) at the global box office. The sequel to the 2016 hit has officially hopped past Inside Out 2, which grossed $1.69 billion after its 2024 release, to claim the title.
The film’s success places it as the ninth highest-grossing film in global box office history, trailing behind blockbusters like Avatar, Titanic, Avengers: Endgame, and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. But before you start celebrating a complete Hollywood sweep,it’s worth noting that China’s Ne Zha 2 still reigns supreme as the highest-grossing animated movie with a staggering $2.2 billion (£1.65 billion) earned last year.
Released in November with an estimated budget of $150 million (£112 million),Zootropolis 2 reunites the unlikely duo of rabbit police officer judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and con artist fox Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman). This time, they’re on the trail of a mysterious new reptilian resident, Gary De’Snake (ke Huy Quan).
“This milestone belongs first and foremost to the fans around the world whose enthusiasm made it possible,” said Disney Entertainment co-chairman Alan Bergman in a statement. “We’re incredibly proud of our filmmakers… Zootopia 2 is an exceptional achievement, and we’re grateful to everyone who helped bring it to life.”
Did you know? Zootropolis 2 achieved the highest opening weekend gross for an animated film in 2024, earning $164 million in North America alone.
here’s a look at the highest-grossing films of all time:
- Titanic (1997) – $2.26 billion
- Ne Zha 2 (2025) – $2.21 billion
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens (2015) – $2.07 billion
- Avengers: Infinity War (2018) $2.05 billion
- Spider-Man: No Way Home (2021) – $1.92 billion
- Zootopia 2 (2025) – $1.70 billion
- Inside Out 2 (2024) – $1.69 billion
