Disney/Pixar’s latest masterpiece,Inside Out 2,is on a rampage at the box office, setting astaggering new record with a $29.1 million haul yesterday. That massive intake marks the highest-grossing Tuesday ever for an animated movie, toppling the previous record set by 2018’sIncredibles 2at $27 million. The numbers don’t lie, the film is an unstoppable force at the moment.
TheKelsey Mann-directed sequelto the beloved 2015 original has now soared past the $200 million mark at the domestic box office in just five days, boasting a cumulative $205.7 million. This impressive figure securesInside Out 2as the second-highest-grossing movie of 2024, only trailing behindDune: Part Two, which has amassed $282.1 million. Globally, the phenomenon continues with a jaw-dropping $46 million added to its tally yesterday alone, bringing its worldwide total to an astounding $380 million.
In terms of non-opening Tuesdays,Inside Out 2now sits proudly as thesixth-highest-grossing of all time. It finds itself in the illustrious company of titans likeStar Wars: The Force Awakens,Avengers: Endgame, andSpider-Man: No Way Home. When considering all Tuesdays,Inside Out 2ranks as the eighth highest ever –a testament to its widespread appeal and relentless box office draw.
What’s Next for ‘Inside Out 2’?
With its second weekend on the horizon, industry insiders predictInside Out 2will rake in just under $70 million, further cementing its dominance. Rival distribution sources are buzzing with the possibility that this Pixar powerhouse might just cross the half-billion-dollar mark domestically. The only competition it faces this weekend isFocus Features/Regency’sThe Bikeriders, projected to open with a modest $8 million - $10 million.
Disney/Pixar’sInside Out 2is more than just a sequel; it’s a box office juggernaut rewriting the record books. With a compelling storyline, stellar direction by Mann, and universal appeal, it’s no wonder this film is shattering records left and right.Collider’sRoss Bonaimewas a huge fan of the movie, praising the film as one of Pixar’s best in some time.
Inside Out 2manages to capture all the eccentricities, complexities, and decisions that make us who we are, and turn that into one of Pixar’s best in years. What a joy it is to watch them do it.
Don’t miss out on the magic – catchInside Out 2in theaters now and join the millions who’ve already been captivated by the wonders of Riley’s mind.
Inside Out 2
Inside Out 2 follows the emotional journey of a now-teenage Riley as she encounters new challenges and emotions. As her mind expands, so does the complexity of her inner world, where new emotions must collaborate with old ones to guide her through adolescence, creating dynamic and heartfelt experiences.
