Pixar has made a triumphant return with the release of "Inside Out 2," earning an estimated $145 million in North American ticket sales over its opening weekend. This success marks the end of a slump that began due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on movie theaters. The film's performance ranks as the second-best opening weekend in Pixar's history, behind only "Incredibles 2" from 2018. Analysts had predicted a lower figure, but the movie exceeded expectations, proving that Pixar is once again a force to be reckoned with in the animation industry. Film consultant David A. Gross described the opening as "sensational," demonstrating that audiences are eager to return to theaters to enjoy Pixar's storytelling magic.