Disney's animated sequel Zootopia 2 is rewriting box office history in the Chinese mainland, becoming 2025's most surprising cinematic success story. As of December 22, the film has earned 3.8 billion yuan ($540 million) – more than its North American total – making China its largest market globally 🌍🍿.
"This isn't just about cute animals talking," film publicist Will Zang told NewspaperAmigo. "It shows how China's movie market can transform a hit into a global phenomenon overnight." The performance has even caught Hollywood veterans off guard, with USC professor Stanley Rosen calling it "a masterclass in cross-cultural storytelling."
With the Chinese mainland contributing nearly half the film's worldwide earnings, industry analysts are scrambling to decode its success formula. Could this reshape how Hollywood approaches animation for international audiences? Stay tuned 🎥✨.
