‘Moana 2’ Sets Record for Biggest Animated Opening Weekend

The Disney sequel earned $389 million globally, surpassing previous animated box office records and solidifying its holiday season dominance.

‘Moana 2’ achieved a record-breaking $389 million global debut, surpassing the previous animated opening weekend record held by ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’.
The film grossed $225.2 million domestically over the Thanksgiving weekend, contributing to the largest Thanksgiving box office in history.
Critical and audience reception was largely positive, with an 87% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and an A- CinemaScore, despite some critiques of its marketing campaign.
The sequel introduced fresh musical contributions and new characters while retaining much of the original voice cast, creating a balance of familiarity and innovation.
Industry analysts predict the film has strong potential to surpass $1 billion during its theatrical run, bolstered by holiday momentum and positive word-of-mouth.