Move over Anxiety, Joy is the new dominant emotion as ‘Inside Out 2’ claims a colossal $155 million opening weekend, surpassing other big releases of the year.
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The sequel’s stunning debut marks the second biggest in Pixar history, only behind 2018’s ‘Incredibles 2’. This success highlights Pixar's continued dominance in animated storytelling.
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‘Inside Out 2’ also conquered international markets, earning $140 million and surpassing ‘Frozen 2’ as the biggest overseas animated opening ever. It performed exceptionally well in Latin America.
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The film’s success signals a revival for theaters, shaking off a dismal summer season and showing that audiences are eager to return to cinemas for blockbuster animations.
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Pixar’s recent struggles at the box office, partly due to Disney's COVID-era streaming strategy, are put to rest with this triumphant release. Theaters are once again the preferred venue for Pixar fans.
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Families have rediscovered the joy of watching Pixar films on the big screen, contributing to the massive opening that exceeded projections by nearly 50%.
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Despite stiff competition from other major releases, ‘Inside Out 2’ easily took the box office crown, proving the enduring appeal of its emotional and engaging storytelling.
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With an ‘A’ CinemaScore and a 92% Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes, ‘Inside Out 2’ has charmed both critics and audiences, further boosting its box office performance.