Indonesian animated film Jumbo breaks box office records and gears up for international release

Jumbo has shattered local box office records in Indonesia and is set for international release in June 2025.

The Indonesian animated film Jumbo has achieved a major milestone, becoming the highest-grossing Indonesian animated film of all time.

The film reached 1 million admissions within just seven days of its March 31 theatrical premiere, surpassing the previous record set by Si Juki The Movie: Panitia Hari Akhir (2017), which had held the title for eight years with 642,312 admissions.

Jumbo, produced by Visinema Studios, tells the story of Don, a young boy who faces underestimation by his peers. He sets out to perform in a talent show with a stage play inspired by a fairytale book left by his late parents. His plans take an unexpected turn when a bully steals the book, leading Don to meet a mysterious child seeking help to reunite with her parents.

Producer Anggia Kharisma expressed pride in the film's success, stating, “These numbers aren’t just about ticket sales. They represent love, hope, and trust from the people for our own local stories.” She noted that the film’s overwhelming reception from Indonesian audiences made the challenges of the past five years worthwhile.

The film’s performance is particularly impressive in Indonesia's competitive theatrical market, where horror films dominate over 50% of releases. Jumbo stands out for its family-friendly themes of warmth, hope, and connection. The film has also seen significant social media support, with fans, known as “Jumbo’s Free Buzzers,” creating viral content on platforms like X and TikTok, helping to maintain the film’s trending status.

Following its domestic success, Jumbo will be released internationally in June, with theatrical screenings planned in Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei Darussalam, and across parts of Asia and Europe, including Russia, Ukraine, the Baltic States, and Central Asia.

Jumbo represents a significant achievement for Indonesia's animation industry, with more than 420 Indonesian animators and creators contributing to the project over a five-year period. The film is part of Visinema Group's growing portfolio, which also includes successful titles like Nussa, Mencuri Raden Saleh, and Keluarga Cemara.