Going off cinematic charts, Pixar’s Inside Out 2 took over the most coveted mantle as the highest-grossing film of 2024. Defying expectations, the animated sequel raked up an unthinkable $725 million at the worldwide box office, squarely flooring its predecessor and every other contender racing to be atop the cinematic domination ladder.
This is a rare example of a movie that is equally relevant to adults and children. The sequel explored deeper emotional themes, and millions of fans witnessed how this beautifully universal cinematic experience captured their hearts. Inside Out 2 got the balance between laughter and crying just right, leaving it with deep joy, sadness, anger, fear, disgust—at its very best.
Its success is also a testament to the unparalleled ability of Pixar in storytelling. For one more time, it has been able to come up with characters that sound like real people, resembling everyday characters with feelings. The themes of growing up and getting through adolescence explored in the sequel have paid off well with audiences, rendering it both a fun and deep movie.
Now, as Inside Out 2 continues to reign in theatres, it’s more than obvious that this is much more than a box office smash hit; it has culturally left its stamps right in the hearts of millions of people around the world.