Zootopia 2 remains the strongest box-office performer of 2025, solidifying its position as one of the year’s most successful film releases. The Disney sequel has now reached $915.7 million worldwide, boosted by an exceptional weekend that added $359 million, according to international reports. The animated feature continues to show remarkable momentum, reinforcing its status as one of the most influential titles of the year.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 posts a strong global debut
Taking second place is Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, which opened with an impressive $109 million worldwide, based on data from Box Office Mojo. Its performance underscores the enduring popularity of commercial horror films and the strength of franchises supported by loyal fanbases. The film is on track to become one of the most profitable horror releases of late 2025.
Wicked: For Good holds steady in international markets
In third position is Wicked: For Good, the cinematic adaptation of the acclaimed musical inspired by The Wizard of Oz. The film has earned $440 million globally, though it still trails the $758 million generated by the original installment. Even so, its box-office run demonstrates continued audience interest in large-scale musical productions.
Animated films dominate the 2025 global box-office landscape
Current box-office trends indicate a year defined by sequels, reboots and established cinematic universes—with animated films leading the way. Zootopia 2 is now the fourth highest-grossing film of 2025, behind China’s Ne Zha 2 ($1.902 billion), Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch ($1.037 billion) and A Minecraft Movie ($957 million).
