Animated Sequels Dominate International Box Office: 'Despicable Me 4' Hits $438M, 'Inside Out 2' Surpasses $1.35B, and 'Twisters' Generates Early Overseas Buzz

Entertainment | July 14, 2024, 1:44 p.m.

The global and international box office continues to be dominated by animations like Despicable Me 4 and Inside Out 2. Both films are breaking records and generating impressive numbers at the box office, with Inside Out 2 becoming Pixar's highest grossing movie ever globally and the Despicable Me franchise reaching $5B global. With upcoming releases in key markets such as Japan, Korea, and Italy, the success of these films is expected to continue. In addition to these family-friendly hits, other films like A Quiet Place: Day One and Twisters are also making waves overseas. With Despicable Me 4 grossing $437.8M globally and Inside Out 2 reaching $1,350.1M, the animation genre is proving to be a powerhouse in the entertainment industry. This success is not only encouraging for the studios involved but also highlights the growing popularity of animated films worldwide.