Pixar’s highly anticipated sequel, Inside Out 2, continues to dominate the box office, cementing its place as the highest-grossing film of 2024 worldwide.
The film has already raked in an impressive $724 million globally after just two weekends in theatres.
Domestically, Inside Out 2 enjoyed a phenomenal second weekend, grossing an impressive $100 million.
This represents a 35% drop from its opening weekend, marking the best hold for any major blockbuster in history. This feat speaks volumes about the film’s storylines’ connection with audiences, encouraging repeat viewings. Inside Out 2 joins an elite group of only seven films ever to gross over $100 million in their second weekend.
While the film’s international performance has been strong, its reception in Nigeria hasn’t quite mirrored its global dominance. As of June 20th, 2024, Inside Out 2 has earned N24.2 million ($16,000) in the Nigerian box office. Several factors could contribute to this, including cultural differences or certain demographics preferring the film’s themes.
Released on 14 June 2024, the film picks up where the original left off. It revisits the emotions of Riley Andersen as she enters adolescence. New emotions are introduced including Anxiety, Embarrassment, and Envy.
Additionally, they represent the complexities of teenage life, while familiar characters like Joy, Sadness, Anger, Disgust, and Fear are present as well. They grapple with the challenges of growing up.
People have praised the film for its emotional depth, humour, and its ability to explore the inner world of a teenager in a relatable and engaging way.
With its stellar box office performance and critical acclaim, Inside Out 2 has become a major cinematic success story in 2024.
