Disney’s Moana 2 Tops $1 Billion Global Box Office, Marks a Record-Breaking 2024 for the Studio

Disney’s Moana 2 has officially surpassed the $1 billion mark in global box office earnings, solidifying its position as the third film of 2024 to achieve this coveted milestone. With this achievement, Disney has become the only studio in 2024 to release three movies crossing the $1 billion threshold, showcasing the studio’s continued dominance in the entertainment industry.

A Historic Milestone for Disney

Of the 56 movies that have ever grossed over $1 billion worldwide, Disney has produced 32—an impressive tally that includes three titles inherited from its acquisition of Fox. For Walt Disney Animation Studios, Moana 2 joins the ranks of Frozen, Frozen 2, and Zootopia as the fourth film to achieve this feat.

Moana 2 Box Office Breakdown

The Dwayne Johnson and Auli’i Cravalho-led sequel has garnered $445.1 million in domestic box office revenue and $567.1 million internationally, bringing its total to $1.01 billion. During its eighth weekend in theaters, Moana 2 earned $7.9 million across 52 international markets, experiencing a modest 32% drop in earnings.

Directed by David G. Derrick Jr., Jason Hand, and Dana Ledoux Miller, the film launched in late November, setting the record for the highest-ever opening weekend for an animated film at the global box office. Its sustained momentum through the holiday season and into the new year highlights its broad appeal and strong performance across markets.

Regional Successes

Moana 2 has set new benchmarks for animated films in several territories. It is now the second-highest-grossing animated release of all time in Brazil and France and the highest-grossing Walt Disney Animation Studios release in multiple regions, including:

• France
• Australia
• Brazil
• Mexico
• Latin America
• Greece, Slovakia, South Africa, Turkey, UAE, New Zealand, Peru, Chile, Central America, Ecuador, Bolivia, and Uruguay

Its Top 5 international markets by revenue are:

1. France: $61.2 million
2. United Kingdom: $50.5 million
3. Germany: $43.1 million
4. Australia: $30.9 million
5. Japan: $30.7 million

A Record-Breaking Year

Moana 2 has contributed significantly to Disney’s record-breaking year. The studio became the first in 2024 to surpass $5 billion in global box office earnings, a milestone last reached by any studio in 2019. This achievement further cements Disney’s reputation as a leader in delivering blockbuster hits that resonate with audiences worldwide.

As Moana 2 continues to captivate global audiences, its monumental success underscores the enduring appeal of Disney’s storytelling magic and its ability to set new benchmarks in the entertainment industry.

Source: Deadline