Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” has burst onto the box office scene, smashing the 2024 preview night record with an impressive $13 million domestic gross. Combined with its international earnings, the film has already raked in $22.3 million, setting the stage for a potentially massive opening weekend according to Variety.
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This strong start signifies a triumphant return for Pixar, which has faced challenges regaining its pre-pandemic box office momentum. “Inside Out 2” has already surpassed the preview night earnings of its predecessor, which went on to earn $90.4 million domestically during its opening weekend. With projections estimating a domestic haul of $80-90 million and $135 million internationally this weekend, the sequel could potentially dethrone “Dune: Part Two” as the year’s highest-grossing film.
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The film has also garnered significant acclaim, boasting a 93% critics’ score and a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes. This positive reception, coupled with the impressive box office performance, suggests that “Inside Out 2” is poised to be a major success and a much-needed win for Pixar.
Are you going to see Inside Out 2 this weekend?