'Zootopia 2' becomes Disney’s highest-grossing animated film, surpassing Frozen 2 records

The film has earned approximately $1.46 billion worldwide after crossing $1 billion mark in just 17 days

Disney’s animated sequel Zootopia 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated film in the history of Walt Disney Animation Studios, surpassing the previous record held by Frozen 2. The film has earned approximately $1.46 billion worldwide, making it a major milestone for the studio.

Released over the Thanksgiving weekend, Zootopia 2 quickly gained momentum at the global box office. While it performed strongly in North America, the majority of its success came from international markets, which account for more than three-quarters of its total earnings. The film proved especially popular overseas, demonstrating the broad global appeal of the Zootopia franchise.

The sequel reached the $1 billion mark in just 17 days, making it the fastest PG-rated film to achieve that milestone. The rapid pace of ticket sales underscored the strong audience demand for the long-awaited follow-up to the 2016 original.

Directed by Jared Bush and Byron Howard, Zootopia 2 reunites audiences with fan-favorite characters Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman. The film expands on the richly imagined world of Zootopia, introducing new settings and storylines while continuing to explore themes of diversity, cooperation, and social harmony.

The box office success of Zootopia 2 also reflects a banner year for Disney overall. The studio has posted multiple blockbuster hits throughout 2025, helping it surpass $6 billion in global box office revenue for the year — a notable achievement in an industry still navigating changes in audience habits and theatrical attendance.

While other animated films around the world continue to break records of their own, Zootopia 2’s performance cements its place as one of Disney’s most successful animated releases ever. The film’s success highlights the enduring strength of animated storytelling and reinforces Disney’s dominance in the global animation market.