'Inside Out 2' Revitalizes Box Office, Offers Hope for Hollywood

The animated sequel's unexpected success signals a potential rebound for theaters and studios in a challenging year.

'Inside Out 2' opened to $155 million, nearly doubling industry expectations.
The film's $725 million gross in just 10 days highlights strong audience interest.
Hollywood faced anxiety due to a lackluster 2024 release calendar and post-strike production delays.
Studios are pivoting back to theatrical releases after streaming proved less profitable.
Upcoming releases like 'Despicable Me 4' and 'Deadpool & Wolverine' are expected to continue the positive trend.