Moana 2 Smashes Box Office Records And Leads The Biggest Thanksgiving Weekend Ever

Moana 2 Makes Waves, Leading Record-Breaking Thanksgiving Weekend Box Office

Moviegoers turned out in droves this Thanksgiving weekend, propelling the domestic box office to an all-time holiday high. Leading the charge was Disney’s “Moana 2,” which exceeded all expectations with a projected five-day opening of $215 million to $220 million.

This phenomenal debut shatters numerous records, including the biggest five-day opening in history, previously held by “The Super Mario Bros. Movie.” It also surpasses both “Frozen” and “Frozen II” to become the top Thanksgiving opening and earner of all time.

The success of “Moana 2,” along with strong performances from Universal’s “Wicked” and Paramount’s “Gladiator II,” demonstrates the power of diverse and broadly appealing films to draw audiences back to theaters. This Thanksgiving weekend’s box office, projected to exceed $425 million, marks an unprecedented victory for the industry in the post-pandemic era.

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“Moana 2” Exceeds Expectations

The “Moana” sequel’s performance far exceeded initial projections of a $125 million to $135 million five-day opening. By Friday alone, it had already earned $192.7 million globally, with $140 million coming from domestic theaters.

“Wicked” Continues to Charm

“Wicked” maintains its strong momentum, with a projected $118.4 million five-day gross, bringing its domestic total to $263 million and an estimated $358 million globally. It has also surpassed “Grease” to become the highest-grossing Broadway musical adaptation of all time domestically.

“Gladiator II” Holds Strong

“Gladiator II” rounds out the top three with a respectable $45 million projected for the five-day weekend. The film’s domestic total is expected to reach $112 million, with a global tally nearing $400 million.

“Moana 2” Makes a Splash

Originally conceived as a television series, “Moana 2” was reworked into a theatrical sequel following the immense popularity of the original “Moana.” The film features new songs by Abigail Barlow and Emily Bear, promising another captivating musical journey for fans of the beloved Polynesian princess.

The record-breaking success of “Moana 2” this Thanksgiving weekend underscores the enduring appeal of Disney animation and the power of storytelling to bring families together at the movies.

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