The eagerly awaited sequel to the Oscar-winning animated phenomenon Zootopia—which grossed a staggering 1.02 billion USD worldwide—is poised to make history once again. Zootopia 2 is generating buzz as it aims to replicate its predecessor’s box office magic, with predictions of another billion-dollar haul capturing the industry’s attention.
Box Office Theory, a leading global box office analysis site, projects Zootopia 2 to earn up to 130 million USD during its opening weekend. This forecast heralds the return of Disney’s adventure franchise, set to revitalize the winter 2025 box office. The estimate places it as the third-highest opener, trailing 2025’s blockbusters Minecraft: The Movie (162 million USD) and Lilo & Stitch (146 million USD). With each teaser release sparking a frenzy among fans, all eyes are on Zootopia 2 to see if it can exceed expectations and set a new opening weekend record for 2025.
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Moreover, considering the original Zootopia’s impressive haul of 341 million USD in North America and 1.02 billion USD worldwide, industry insiders are optimistic about Zootopia 2’s prospects of crossing the coveted 1 billion USD mark globally. THEGAMER, a prominent entertainment outlet, stated that Zootopia 2 stands a strong chance of hitting the 1 billion USD box office milestone, signaling optimism for another mega-hit in the franchise’s legacy.
Following the recent box office explosions of Disney’s animated sequels Moana 2 and Inside Out 2 both domestically and internationally, all eyes are on Zootopia 2, slated for release on November 26, to see if it can continue the hit streak. Major international media outlets are fueling the hype with declarations such as Zootopia 2 will be among 2025’s cinematic crown jewels and that it promises to deliver surprises on par with Inside Out 2 and is an absolute must-see for families in 2025, sending audience anticipation through the roof.
Zootopia 2 reunites audiences with the dynamic duo of Judy and Nick as they pursue the enigmatic snake Gary, whose antics have thrown the city into chaos. Their chase leads them into uncharted territory for a pulse-pounding investigative adventure. Byron Howard, who directed the original Zootopia, returns to helm the sequel, joined by Jared Bush—the creative force behind Encanto and contributor to the scripts of Zootopia and Moana. Fans will be delighted to see Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman reprising their roles as Judy and Nick, respectively.
Adding star power to the mix, Oscar winner Ke Huy Quan—fresh off his triumph in Everything Everywhere All at Once—joins the cast as the voice of Gary, infusing the narrative with fresh energy. The film also features global pop icon Ed Sheeran, a multiple Grammy Award winner. Sheeran has penned a new track titled Zoo, performed by Shakira, who returns as Zootopia’s superstar Gazelle. This collaboration aims to recapture the magic of the original film’s anthem, Try Everything. In a delightful twist, Ed Sheeran will also make a cameo as a new sheep character bearing his name, showcasing his versatility beyond music.
Tipped to be the winter season’s box office juggernaut, Zootopia 2 is set to enchant audiences worldwide when it hits theaters on November 26.
