[Updated on July 25, 8:00 am]: Inside Out 2 has officially become the highest-grossing animated movie of all time! After surpassing Frozen II with a staggering $1.46 billion in global revenue on July 24 ($601 million domestically and $861 million overseas), it now holds the top spot, proving that Pixar magic continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Hold onto your popcorn, because Inside Out 2 is here to shake up Hollywood! The animated marvel from Pixar Animation Studios and Walt Disney Pictures has not only zoomed to the top of the box office charts this year but also made its mark as the second-biggest animated film ever!
Since its theatrical release on June 14, Inside Out 2 has dazzled audiences worldwide, amassing a jaw-dropping $1.445 billion globally as of July 22, surpassing The Super Mario Bros. Movie and trailing only Frozen II. This animation powerhouse has given Pixar a spectacular boost, reviving its fortune and proving once again that heartfelt storytelling and innovative animation continue to lead the way. It’s the summer hit we all needed, standing tall next to other blockbuster favourites like Despicable Me 4.
Picking up where the heartwarming original movie left off, Inside Out 2 plunges back into Riley’s emotional universe as she navigates the stormy seas of adolescence. The sequel sees Riley’s journey through puberty bringing new emotions—Anxiety, Envy, Ennui, and Embarrassment—into her emotional mix, adding layers to her story and capturing the bittersweet essence of growing up.
Directed by Kelsey Mann in his feature debut and produced by Mark Nielsen, Inside Out 2 reunites fans with Amy Poehler, Phyllis Smith, and Lewis Black while introducing fresh voices like Maya Hawke and Tony Hale.
Box Office Records: A New Era of Animated Excellence
Inside Out 2 isn’t just setting records—it’s obliterating them with the finesse of Joy herself! The animated gem debuted with the third-biggest domestic weekend for an animated film, pulling in an impressive $154.2 million from 4,440 theatres. On a global scale, it made a whopping $140 million from 38 markets, marking Pixar’s most significant global debut ever.
But the accolades didn’t stop there. Inside Out 2 achieved the fastest $1 billion milestone, reaching it in only 19 days—three days quicker than The Lion King’s 21-day record. Despite fierce competition from Despicable Me 4, which grossed $437.8 million worldwide, Inside Out 2 maintained its momentum, earning $101.2 million in its second weekend and $57.5 million in its third. By July 22, it had grossed $596.4 million, ranking just behind Incredibles 2 among PG-rated movies.
In a dazzling box office showdown, Inside Out 2 outpaced Barbie ($1.446 billion) to become the 13th-biggest movie of all time! As the highest-grossing flick of 2024 so far and the only film this year to hit the billion-dollar club, it’s clear that Pixar’s latest gem is a blockbuster sensation!
But that’s not all! Inside Out 2’s success isn’t just limited to the U.S. and Canada—it’s taking the world by storm! From breaking records in Latin American hotspots like Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, and Uruguay and becoming the highest-grossing film ever in those regions to raking in the big bucks across Europe and the Middle East, it’s a global sensation. And hold onto your seats, because it’s about to hit theatres in Japan and more parts in Europe, promising even more impressive earnings.
The Future Looks Bright: A Legacy in the Making
As Inside Out 2 continues to wow audiences across the globe, it’s on the brink of toppling Frozen II as the animated box office champion. This emotional rollercoaster through the chaos of adolescence isn’t just a blockbuster hit—it’s a shining example of Pixar’s genius and inventive storytelling, proving once again that they know how to craft stories that touch hearts. Setting a new gold standard for animated films, it blends heartfelt narratives with unbeatable box office prowess, solidifying its place in cinematic history. As the film rolls out to new markets expect more records to tumble and its influence to grow.
Watch the official trailer below: