Nothing But Joy As ‘Inside Out 2’ Is No. 1 Movie In Deadline’s 2024 Most Valuable Blockbuster Tournament With $650M In Profit

"Inside Out 2," Pixar's sequel to its 2015 hit, emerged as the most profitable animated movie of 2024 with an impressive $650M net take. As part of Disney/Pixar's resurgence post-pandemic, the studio achieved a record $5 billion global box office in 2024, marking its first since 1997. Dominating the top spots were family-friendly films, reflecting a rebound from pre-pandemic reluctance to see movies among families. Studios also capitalized on female-targeted narratives, with films like *Wicked* and adaptations of popular novels driving significant attendance."