‘Zootopia 2’ has surprised the film industry by maintaining high positions at the box office since its release on November 28, even surpassing Avatar: Fire and Ash.
The movie has grossed 92 million dollars worldwide with a budget of only 35 million, highlighting its success as a mid-budget thriller with a clear female target audience.
Since its release, the Disney movie has dropped out of the top 2 in the U.S. box office for four days and continues its triumphant trajectory in China.
A 2026 that calls for hope
The top 10 at the box office has shown notable stability, with minimal variations in the ranking. Cautionary words are relevant, however, as the film industry faces a concerning lack of significant changes and a growing demand for a resurgence of mid-budget cinema.
The movie Nuremberg has also stood out around the world and in Spain, attracting more than 500,000 viewers and remaining in the top 10 for a month and a half, which shows that adult cinema continues to find its place at the box office.
In terms of competition, ‘The Assistant’, a thriller based on a bestselling novel, has achieved an unexpected position at number two on the U.S. chart, highlighting the demand for stories aimed at a female audience.
The question many are asking is: how long will ‘Zootopia 2’ and ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ remain on top? Projections indicate that until January 16, with the releases of ‘Hamnet’ and ’28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones’, the situation could experience changes.
Despite the tense calm in the top 10, the film industry faces a year full of challenges and uncertainties. With blockbusters scheduled for 2026, it remains to be seen whether mid-budget cinema will have the opportunity to resurge and attract an audience that undoubtedly seeks fresh and exciting proposals. The hope is that the success of films like ‘The Assistant’ will inspire more productions to follow in its footsteps.