According to Discussing Film, the animated feature “Zootopia 2” has achieved an unprecedented milestone, becoming the first Hollywood production to surpass a single-day gross of $100M in the Chinese box office. This astounding financial performance underscores the sequel’s extraordinary popularity and commercial dominance in the territory, far exceeding previous records for imported pictures. The success firmly establishes the Disney movie as a cultural powerhouse and a key player in the global cinematic landscape, especially as it redefines Hollywood’s earning potential in this vital market.
Disney Returns to ‘Zootopia 2’ With a Bigger, Bolder Sequel
“Zootopia 2” arrives almost a decade after the original hit, and Disney Animation approaches this sequel with the confidence of a studio expanding one of its strongest modern franchises.
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Jared Bush and Byron Howard return to guide the world of the bustling animal metropolis, and the cast list is packed with familiar and new voices. Ginnifer Goodwin and Jason Bateman once again lead as Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde, while newcomers such as Ke Huy Quan, Quinta Brunson, Andy Samberg and Danny Trejo bring a surge of fresh energy. The film blends comedy, mystery and social commentary, now enriched by the introduction of reptile characters who broaden the cultural landscape of the city.
The picture premiered at the El Capitan Theatre in Hollywood before its nationwide release in the United States. Early reactions from critics were positive, with praise for the brisk pacing, inventive world building and the way the sequel expands on themes introduced in the first movie. Audiences also responded enthusiastically, lifting the film to more than two hundred million dollars worldwide within days and positioning it as one of Disney’s most successful recent animated releases.
A large share of attention has focused on Gary De Snake, voiced by Ke Huy Quan, who quickly became a standout figure in the new story. His presence brings a new emotional dimension as Judy and Nick are drawn into hidden corners of Zootopia that were only hinted at in the first movie. Returning cast members such as Idris Elba, Shakira, Bonnie Hunt and Alan Tudyk help the film feel like a natural continuation of a world that audiences already know and love.
Behind the scenes, Disney assembled a creative team filled with familiar names. Michael Giacchino returned to compose the score, which echoes the original while exploring new musical ideas. Shakira collaborated with Ed Sheeran to create the song titled “Zoo,” which became a major part of the promotional campaign. With an expansive cast, a larger canvas and a story that probes deeper into the city’s history, “Zootopia 2” aims to evolve the franchise in meaningful ways, and early reception suggests that viewers are eager to follow Judy and Nick into their next adventure.
