"Inside Out 2" Tops Box Office for Second Weekend, Breaks Records

Disney and Pixar's animated sequel "Inside Out 2" continues to lead the box office, adding $30.5 million on Friday, pushing its domestic total to $285.7 million. This performance surpasses “Dune: Part Two” ($282 million), making it the highest-grossing North American release of 2024 within just eight days of its debut.

The film may break another record, potentially achieving the largest second weekend for an animated film, a title currently held by “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” which earned $92.3 million in its second weekend. Regardless, the success of “Inside Out 2” is a significant win for Disney and Pixar after a summer of underperforming releases.

Focus Features' "The Bikeriders" secured third place, earning $4 million from 2,641 theaters on Friday and in preview screenings. The film, directed by Jeff Nichols and starring Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, and Tom Hardy, was initially set to release from Disney and 20th Century Studios. However, the release was delayed due to Hollywood strikes, with the film ultimately distributed by Universal's Focus. With a production budget of $40 million, positive reviews, and a CinemaScore of "B," "The Bikeriders" hopes for a lengthy box office run.

Sony and Columbia's "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" is projected to secure second place, with $18.4 million in its third weekend. This action sequel, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence, has grossed over $150 million domestically, making it the sixth-highest-grossing release of the year.

Sony also claims fourth place with “The Garfield Movie,” expected to earn $3.2 million in its fifth weekend, bringing its domestic total to $85 million. Meanwhile, "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes," produced by 20th Century Studios and Disney, continues to perform well, adding around $4 million in its seventh weekend and surpassing $160 million domestically.

Why This Matters: "Inside Out 2" demonstrates the enduring appeal of Disney and Pixar's storytelling, showcasing the potential for animated films to dominate the box office and achieve significant financial success. The film's performance also highlights the importance of strategic release timing and strong franchise continuity.

Key Takeaways

• "Inside Out 2" grossed $30.5 million on Friday, reaching $285.7 million domestically.
• The film surpasses “Dune: Part Two” to become the highest-grossing North American release of 2024.
• "The Bikeriders" earned $4 million, with positive reviews and a $40 million production budget.
• "Bad Boys: Ride or Die" projected to make $18.4 million in its third weekend, with a domestic total over $150 million.
• "The Garfield Movie" and "Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes" continue to perform well in their respective runs.