Joy, introduce yourself to Euphoria, as "Inside Out 2" has soared to unprecedented heights in Pixar's illustrious history. This blockbuster family film has raked in a staggering $1.25 billion globally, surpassing "Incredibles 2," the previous record-holder, which amassed $1.24 billion worldwide. With this feat, "Inside Out 2" now stands as the fourth highest-grossing animated movie ever, trailing only behind "Frozen" ($1.29 billion), "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" ($1.36 billion), and "Frozen II" ($1.45 billion).
Walt Disney Animation Studios, Pixar's sister company, brought us the "Frozen" franchise, while "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" was a collaboration between Illumination and Universal. But the ascent of "Inside Out 2" is nothing short of phenomenal, and it's expected to continue breaking records as it climbs the charts.
Domestically, "Inside Out 2" has garnered $543.5 million, with an international haul of $708 million. This sequel, which delves into the emotional journey of a teenage girl navigating social anxiety and the quest for acceptance, has also received widespread critical acclaim. It marks a triumphant return for Disney and Pixar, following a string of box office disappointments such as "Lightyear," "Elemental," and "Strange World."
Directed by Kelsey Mann, the voice cast features a stellar ensemble including Amy Poehler, Maya Hawke, Kensington Tallman, Liza Lapira, Tony Hale, Lewis Black, Phyllis Smith, Ayo Edebiri, Lilimar, Grace Lu, Sumayyah Nuriddin-Green, and Yvette Nicole Brown. Many of them lend their voices to the film's teenage protagonist's array of emotions, bringing them to life in a captivating and heartfelt manner.
