The animated juggernaut has already shattered expectations, but can it reach one final milestone?
Zootopia 2 Box Office Collection: When Disney greenlit a sequel to 2016’s beloved Zootopia, expectations were high. But nobody could have predicted just how massively the follow-up would perform at the global box office—or that it would give even James Cameron’s Avatar: Fire and Ash a serious run for its money.
A Sequel That Crushed Its Predecessor
The numbers tell an extraordinary story. While the original Zootopia was considered a huge success with its $1 billion worldwide haul, Zootopia 2 has absolutely demolished that figure with a jaw-dropping 76% increase. Currently sitting at $1.803 billion globally, the sequel has cemented itself as 2025’s second-biggest film and the ninth-highest-grossing movie in cinema history, according to Box Office Mojo.
To put that in perspective, only Spider-Man: No Way Home stands between Zootopia 2 and eighth place on the all-time charts. With Spidey’s final tally at $1.921 billion, there’s still a $118 million gap to close—a target that looks increasingly out of reach as the film’s theatrical run winds down.
Breaking Down the Box Office Bonanza
Here’s how the money breaks down:
- North American ticket sales: $414.5 million
- International markets: $1.389 billion
- Worldwide total: $1.803 billion
So, How Profitable Is Zootopia 2 Really?
With a production budget estimated at $150 million, Zootopia 2 needed to earn roughly $375 million worldwide just to break even—a threshold calculated using the industry-standard 2.5x multiplier that accounts for marketing costs and theater cuts.
The sequel blew past that break-even point ages ago. In fact, it’s currently sitting on an absolutely staggering $1.428 billion in pure profit beyond what it needed to turn a profit.
The $1.5 Billion Question
This leaves Disney tantalizingly close to what would be a historic achievement: $1.5 billion in profit over break-even. The film is currently just $72 million shy of that milestone.
Unfortunately, with the movie already deep into its theatrical run, reaching that final benchmark seems unlikely. Still, falling $72 million short of $1.5 billion in pure profit is hardly a disappointment—it’s an absolute triumph.
What Made Zootopia 2 Such a Hit?
For those who haven’t caught it yet, Zootopia 2 reunites directors Jared Bush and Byron Howard for another adventure in the animal metropolis where predators and prey coexist.
Fan-favorite characters Judy Hopps (voiced by Ginnifer Goodwin) and Nick Wilde (Jason Bateman) are back on the beat, this time tackling a dangerous new mystery that threatens to disrupt the delicate harmony of their diverse city.
The buddy-cop chemistry, stunning animation, and timely themes clearly resonated with audiences worldwide, proving that great storytelling transcends species—even animated ones.
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The Bottom Line
As Zootopia 2 approaches the end of its remarkable theatrical journey, one thing is crystal clear: Disney has another billion-dollar franchise on its hands.
Whether it crosses that $1.5 billion profit threshold or not, this sequel has already exceeded even the most optimistic projections.
Not bad for a bunny and a fox.
Chaitan Limkar is an entertainment writer specializing in movie reviews, box office collections, and web series coverage. With a sharp understanding of audience preferences and industry trends, he delivers accurate, engaging, and insight-driven content on films and digital streaming platforms. His writing focuses on honest reviews, reliable box office analysis, and timely entertainment news, helping readers stay updated with the latest happenings in cinema and OTT entertainment.
