**‘Zootopia 2’ Sets Global Box Office Record with $556M Opening Weekend**
The animated film “Zootopia 2” made a historic debut over the Thanksgiving weekend, earning a record-breaking $556 million worldwide. According to box office data released on November 30, 2025, the sequel quickly surpassed opening weekend records for an animated film, making it one of the biggest movie launches in recent years.
Released by Disney, “Zootopia 2” was shown in thousands of theaters across more than 70 countries. The United States and Canada alone contributed over $189 million, making it the biggest Thanksgiving opening in domestic box office history. International markets such as China, the United Kingdom, and Brazil also saw strong viewer turnout, pushing the film’s global earnings well beyond early expectations.
The movie continues the story of bunny police officer Judy Hopps and fox con artist Nick Wilde as they take on a new mission in the city of Zootopia. The first “Zootopia,” released in 2016, was also a major hit but did not reach the same opening numbers. Disney said the positive audience response and excitement to revisit the characters helped drive ticket sales for the sequel.
The film’s success comes as a boost to Disney, following a year where several of its other major releases underperformed. Industry experts say the numbers show that moviegoers are returning to theaters in large numbers, especially for family-friendly titles during holiday weekends. “Zootopia 2” also benefited from strong reviews and high ratings from early viewers on various platforms.
In China, where foreign films often face strict limits, Disney was permitted a wide theatrical release. This helped the movie earn approximately $85 million in China alone over the weekend. Other major international markets, including the U.K. and Japan, added large totals to the opening weekend.
Experts predict that the sequel will continue to do well in the coming weeks, especially as the holiday season brings more families to theaters. Advanced ticket sales remain strong, and merchandise linked to the movie is also expected to perform well.
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