Despicable Me 4 dominates international box office, first animated franchise to cross $5 billion

The animated sequel "Despicable Me 4" continues to dominate the international box office, raking in a massive $88 million over the weekend. This brings the film's global total to $437.8 million and pushes the entire "Despicable Me" franchise past a historic $5 billion milestone, making it the first animated series to achieve this feat. The movie, featuring the return of Steve Carell as Gru, has resonated with audiences in nearly 80 markets, including a strong debut in China.

Meanwhile, Disney and Pixar's "Inside Out 2" maintains its impressive global run, accumulating $50.2 million from 47 international territories. The sequel's total international gross now stands at $777.5 million, securing its position as the fifth highest-grossing animated film ever and surpassing "Despicable Me 3." With a worldwide total of $1.36 billion, "Inside Out 2" is the sole 2024 release to join the exclusive $1 billion club.

Warner Bros. is also making waves with "Twisters," the sequel to the 1996 hit "Twister." The film, starring Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones, and Anthony Ramos, earned $11.5 million from its opening in 38 markets. It is set to expand to major European markets next week, including France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and the U.K.

Paramount's "A Quiet Place: Day One" continues its successful run, grossing $10.4 million from 67 markets in its third weekend. The horror prequel's international total now sits at $104.5 million, contributing to a global cumulative of $220.7 million.

The summer box office is proving to be a lucrative season for animated and genre films, with these titles leading the charge.