Released on November 26, 2025, Zootopia 2 is quickly becoming the most successful animated film ever made in Hollywood. The movie brings back Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they pursue the villainous Gary De’Snake throughout the city of Zootopia, all while working to clear their own names after being falsely accused. This highly anticipated sequel is enjoyable for viewers of all ages, and in just six weeks, Zootopia 2 has already achieved significant success.
As reported by Deadline, Zootopia 2 has become the third-highest-grossing animated film ever, earning almost $1.6 billion globally. The top two spots are held by Disney’s Inside Out 2 with nearly $1.7 billion, and Ne Zha 2 from Chengdu Coco Cartoon, which has earned $2.1 billion. Although Zootopia 2 isn’t currently number one, it’s performing so well that it may soon surpass Ne Zha 2.
Why ‘Zootopia 2’ Has Been Such a Success
Zootopia 2 is a fun movie that appeals to a wide audience. It’s visually stunning with beautiful colors, features an upbeat soundtrack, and tells a funny story about a pair of unlikely partners working as cops. The movie also boasts a great cast, including returning stars Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman as Judy and Nick. New additions to the voice cast include Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan, Andy Samberg, and Quinta Brunson from Abbott Elementary, adding even more talent to the film.
I really loved how the first Zootopia introduced us to Judy and Nick’s dynamic and built up that amazing world. The new Zootopia movie picks things up right away, and while knowing what happened in the first one definitely adds to the experience, you don’t need to have seen it to enjoy this one. It’s great that it works for everyone!
| Stats (Jan 2026) | Zootopia | Zootopia 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Rotten Tomatoes Rating |
98% Tomatometer 92% Popcornmeter |
91% Tomatometer 96% Popcornmeter |
| IMDb Rating | 8.0/10 | 7.6/10 |
| Box Office | $1.025 billion | $1.592 billion |
While the first Zootopia received better reviews overall, Zootopia 2 earned more money at the box office. However, ratings on sites like Rotten Tomatoes and IMDb were very similar for both films, showing that audiences enjoyed the sequel just as much as the original. This suggests that a potential Zootopia 3 will likely be successful too, though fans will have to wait to see if it lives up to the quality of the first two movies.
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While it will be challenging for Zootopia 2 to surpass Ne Zha 2 in popularity, it’s certainly not out of the question. Animated films aimed at children perform exceptionally well, particularly with the rise of streaming services. If Zootopia 2 maintains its current momentum, it has the potential to become the highest-grossing Hollywood animated film ever.
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2026-01-07 15:37