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'Inside Out 2' Breaks Records with $295M Global, $155M Domestic Debut

Jun 17, 2024, 03:45 PM

Disney and Pixar's 'Inside Out 2' has achieved a record-breaking opening weekend, grossing $155 million domestically from 4,440 theaters and $295 million globally, making it the biggest debut for an animated film in 2024. This marks the second-highest opening weekend for an animated film in history, just behind Pixar's 'Incredibles 2.' The film's success has provided a significant boost to theater chains, with AMC Theatres recording their highest attendance and revenue weekend of the year. 'Inside Out 2' has also received critical acclaim, holding a 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The film introduces new emotions, including Anxiety, and follows the main character Riley as she navigates puberty and complex new feelings. The strong performance of 'Inside Out 2' is a much-needed win for Pixar, which had been struggling with recent releases. The movie's success is expected to contribute positively to Disney's revenue in the coming quarters. Additionally, it had the second-best Monday ever for a Pixar movie and is the biggest opening since 'Barbie.'