Zootopia 2 Shatters Records With Unprecedented $1.7 Billion Haul
Zootopia 2 has taken the world by storm, smashing box office records and becoming the highest-grossing Hollywood animated film ever. Discover how this sequel outpaced Disney’s biggest hits and what’s next for the franchise.
After nearly two months of dominating the global box office, Zootopia 2 has officially rewritten the record books. The animated follow-up has pulled in a staggering $1.7 billion worldwide—and the numbers are still climbing. This milestone cements its place as the most successful Hollywood animated feature to date, overtaking Inside Out 2 as Disney ’s top-grossing animated release ever.
It ’s no wonder the sequel has made such waves. In just its first week, it surpassed the total earnings of Superman, and quickly outperformed some of 2025 ’s most talked-about blockbusters, including Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Jurassic World Rebirth. Zootopia 2 now sits at number nine among the highest-grossing films of all time, just a few spots behind Spider- Man: No Way Home. With the movie still playing in theaters, there’s a chance it could climb even higher, though it’s unlikely to catch up to Ne Zha 2, which set the bar last year with a $2.2 billion take.
New Adventures in the Big City
Premiering on November 28, the sequel picks up right after the events of the original. Nick Wilde, the sly fox, and Judy Hopps, the determined bunny, are now full-fledged partners on the Zootopia Police Department. This time around, the duo faces a fresh mystery, joined by a charming new character, Gary De'Snake. Arriving nearly ten years after the first film, the sequel was met with open arms by fans and critics alike.
On Rotten Tomatoes, Zootopia 2 scored an impressive 91%. The Critics Consensus reads:
"Cleverly layering a thoughtful message onto another crackerjack caper while solidifying Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as one of the most endearing buddy pairings in ages, Zootopia 2 more than justifies a return trip to the big city."
What’s Next for Zootopia?
With such a phenomenal box office run, fans are already buzzing about the possibility of a third installment. However, Disney has yet to make any official announcements regarding the future of the franchise. For now, audiences can still catch Zootopia 2 in select theaters and dive into behind-the-scenes interviews with the cast and creative team, who share insights on bringing the animal metropolis to life and introducing new reptilian characters to the beloved universe.