The highly anticipated sequel, "Moana 2," shattered box office records over the Thanksgiving weekend by bringing in an impressive $221 million in domestic ticket sales. This achievement marked a new five-day Thanksgiving box office record, surpassing the previous record set by "Frozen II" in 2019.
Comparing Success with Other Blockbusters
Disney's "Moana 2" outperformed other popular films like "Wicked" and "Gladiator II," contributing to a total of $420 million in box office sales during the Thanksgiving weekend. "Wicked," starring Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, earned $117.5 million domestically, while "Gladiator II," featuring Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal, brought in $44 million.
Global Impact of Moana 2
With a total of $386 million generated globally, "Moana 2" continues to captivate audiences worldwide. This success follows the original "Moana," which also dominated the box office during Thanksgiving weekend in 2016 with $81 million in ticket sales.
In addition to its theatrical success, "Moana 2" made a significant impact when it was released on Disney+ in 2019. The film emerged as the most-watched movie on a streaming platform in the US in 2023, with over 11.3 billion minutes streamed, according to Nielsen data.
As the box office numbers continue to climb, "Moana 2" solidifies its place as a trailblazer in the entertainment industry, setting new standards for success and audience engagement.
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By: agoh@businessinsider.com (Amanda Goh)
Title: Moana 2 Sets Thanksgiving Box Office Record with $221 Million in Sales
Sourced From: www.businessinsider.com/disney-moana-2-thanksgiving-box-office-success-wicked-gladiator-2024-12
Published Date: Mon, 02 Dec 2024 04:41:36 +0000
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