Walt Disney Animation Studios has achieved a monumental milestone as ‘Zootopia 2’ officially became the studio’s highest-grossing animated feature in its century-long history. The announcement made on December 31, 2025, confirmed that the sequel has surpassed the previous record holder, 2019’s ‘Frozen 2,’ with a staggering global box office performance.
The animated phenomenon has joined an exclusive club as only the fifth Disney Animation Studios production to cross the coveted $1 billion threshold worldwide. Current estimates place the film’s total earnings at approximately $1.46 billion (Dh3.67 billion), demonstrating remarkable commercial success despite ongoing industry challenges.
China emerged as the film’s most dominant market, contributing an extraordinary $560 million to its global total. During its opening weekend in Chinese theaters, ‘Zootopia 2’ captured nearly 95% of all ticket sales, showcasing unprecedented market dominance.
The sequel launched the crucial Hollywood holiday season with an explosive $556 million global opening weekend. It reunites audiences with beloved characters Judy Hopps, the determined rabbit police officer, and her cunning fox partner Nick Wilde, as they embark on another adventure through the meticulously crafted animal metropolis.
This record-breaking performance arrives as a significant boost to the entertainment industry, with global box office revenues still struggling to match pre-pandemic levels from 2019. Theater owners and studio executives alike have celebrated the film’s success during the year’s second-busiest moviegoing season, providing much-needed optimism for the cinematic exhibition business.