Moana 2 Breaks Thanksgiving Box Office Record With Stellar Opening

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As a seasoned gamer and movie enthusiast who has witnessed the evolution of animated films over the past few decades, I must admit that I am utterly astounded by the phenomenal box office success of Moana 2. Having grown up with the original Moana and cherishing its unique storytelling, captivating visuals, and enchanting music, I never imagined that a sequel could surpass the brilliance of the first film.

In contrast to mixed reviews from critics, Moana 2 has become a colossal success at both domestic and international box offices, breaking numerous records. The film made its global debut on November 21, 2024, at the Lanikuhonua Cultural Institute in Kapolei, Hawaii, before hitting US theaters over Thanksgiving weekend on November 27.

Moana 2 box office opens with $221 million for Thanksgiving weekend

In just five days since its release, Moana 2 has raked in a staggering $221 million at the domestic box office. This makes it the highest-grossing Thanksgiving weekend debut for any film and the largest opening for a Disney animated movie ever. On a global scale, as of Sunday, December 1, the movie has amassed $165.3 million. It started off with $16.6 million on Tuesday night previews, followed by $57 million on Wednesday and an astounding $28 million on Thanksgiving itself. Over the next three days, it made another $135.5 million. For reference, the original Moana movie earned $248.7 million domestically and $438.4 million internationally. If current trends persist, Moana 2 is expected to surpass the commercial success of its predecessor in North America.

With an exceptional performance, Moana 2 dominated the box office, surpassing both Wicked ($80 million) and Gladiator II ($30.7 million). Alan Bergman, co-chairman of Disney Entertainment, stated that the success of Moana 2 highlights just how beloved the character of Moana is.

Bergman expressed that Moana 2 exceeded everyone’s expectations over the weekend, proving the impact ‘Moana’ has made. He credits Disney Animation’s gifted and diligent creative team for creating this fresh adventure, as well as the outstanding performances of Auli’i, Dwayne, and the new music. This is a moment to rejoice, and he thanks all cinema-goers and fans who contributed to its remarkable opening weekend.

Interestingly, what started out as a plan for a Disney+ series eventually transformed into a theatrical follow-up instead.

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2024-12-02 19:40