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Disney Tops $6 Billion in 2025 Global Box Office as Zootopia 2 Nears $1.3 Billion and Avatar: Fire and Ash Hits $483 Million

The tally reflects a holiday boost driven by overseas turnout, including a standout run in China for Zootopia 2.

Overview

  • Walt Disney Studios became the first and only studio this year to surpass $6 billion worldwide, with about $2.3 billion domestic and roughly $3.7 billion international.
  • Zootopia 2 has generated approximately $1.3 billion globally about a month into release, including around $296 million in North America and roughly $539 million from China.
  • Avatar: Fire and Ash reached about $483.3 million worldwide after one week, with $129.6 million domestic and $353.7 million international.
  • The new Avatar entry opened to $89.1 million in North America and added $10.7 million on Christmas Eve, with industry projections calling for $75–$80 million over the Thursday–Sunday holiday frame.
  • Disney’s 2025 surge also includes Lilo & Stitch crossing $1.03 billion, while Warner Bros. trails in second place at roughly $4.3 billion year-to-date.