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Disney and Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel, “Inside Out 2,” has already made an impressive $13 million in Thursday previews, with a projected $80 million to $100 million domestic opening weekend. The success of the film puts it on track to become the biggest movie of 2024, surpassing other blockbusters such as “Dune: Part Two” and “Godzilla v. Kong.”
Pixar has been looking to recover from recent flops like “Lightyear” and “Elemental,” making “Inside Out 2” a crucial release for the animation studio. The film explores new emotions such as anxiety, envy, and embarrassment within the brain of the teenage protagonist, Riley. While some critics have praised the sequel for its charm and exploration of complex emotions, others have found it to be imperfect and lacking the emotional impact of its predecessor.
“Inside Out,” the original film released in 2015, has grossed a total of $356.4 million domestically and $501.1 million internationally, making it one of Pixar’s top-performing movies. Despite not reaching the box office success of films like “Incredibles 2” and “Finding Dory,” “Inside Out” still holds a strong position in Pixar’s lineup of successful films.
The positive reception from both audiences and critics for “Inside Out 2” positions the film to potentially have the biggest opening weekend for Pixar since the original “Inside Out” in 2015. With a 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and a 93% critics score, the sequel is off to a strong start and could cement itself as a fan favorite among Pixar enthusiasts.
The success of “Inside Out 2” could help Disney and Pixar bounce back from recent disappointments at the box office. With a strong opening weekend, the film has the potential to outpace other 2024 blockbusters and establish itself as a top-grossing film for the year. As audiences continue to flock to theaters to see the highly anticipated sequel, it is likely to continue generating buzz and excitement within the entertainment industry.
Overall, the buzz surrounding “Inside Out 2” and its impressive early box office numbers indicate that the film is on track to become a major success for Disney and Pixar. With positive reviews and strong audience reception, the sequel has the potential to surpass its predecessor and solidify its place as a beloved addition to the Pixar universe.
