Disney’s Hits Continue to Roll at the Box Office

Published on 1/4/24 by Craig Smith

Disney’s recent releases, “Mufasa: The Lion King” and “Moana 2,” have achieved significant box office success, reaffirming the studio’s dominance in animated storytelling.

“Mufasa: The Lion King,” directed by Barry Jenkins, explores the origins of the iconic character Mufasa. As of January 5, 2025, the film has grossed $168.6 million domestically and $307.8 million internationally, totaling $476.4 million worldwide. Notably, it secured the top spot at the U.S. box office during the first weekend of 2025, earning $23.8 million.

“Moana 2,” the sequel to the 2016 hit, continues the adventures of the titular Polynesian wayfinder. The film has garnered $960.5 million globally, edging closer to the coveted $1 billion mark. Its impressive performance is highlighted by a record-breaking five-day domestic debut of $221 million over the Thanksgiving weekend, setting new benchmarks for animated releases.

These achievements underscore Disney’s effective strategy of expanding beloved franchises, captivating audiences worldwide, and maintaining a strong presence in the competitive film industry.

• News Topic: Disney Movie News
• Disney Character(s) in this Article: Afia (Mufasa: The Lion King), Ajarry (Mufasa: The Lion King), Akua (Mufasa: The Lion King), Amara (Mufasa: The Lion King), Azibo (Mufasa: The Lion King), Chigaru (Mufasa: The Lion King), Eshe (Mufasa: The Lion King), Inaki (Mufasa: The Lion King), Junia (Mufasa: The Lion King), Kiros (Mufasa: The Lion King), Masego (Mufasa: The Lion King), Mobo (Mufasa: The Lion King), Mosi (Mufasa: The Lion King), Mufasa (The Lion King), Nala (The Lion King), Obasi (Mufasa: The Lion King), Pumbaa (The Lion King), Rafiki (The Lion King), Scar (The Lion King), Taka (Mufasa: The Lion King), Timon (The Lion King)
• Movie(s) in this article: Moana 2
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