Key Takeaways:
– Margot Robbie's Barbie broke multiple records upon its release in 2023.
– Inside Out 2, released by Pixar, threatens to dethrone Barbie in box office collections.
– Inside Out 2 is also set to become the highest-grossing animated film of all time.
Still a Year Later, Margot Robbie's Barbie remains Pop Culture Royalty
A year after its release, Margot Robbie's Barbie continues to impact popular culture significantly. This existential comedy, directed by Greta Gerwig, disrupted numerous records, making it the highest-grossing film of 2023. Not only that, but it also found a place in the worldwide box office records list, thanks to its colossal $1.446 billion collection.
This impressive performance is not surprising, as the film was released alongside another blockbuster, Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer. This unprecedented double-feature became known as ‘Barbenheimer'. Both films were vastly different in their tonality, and this contrasting double feature lured many viewers into theatres, reviving ticket sales substantially.
Yet, the significant records Barbie carved are now under threat from a new box office sensation.
Inside Out 2, the Breakout Success Threatening Barbie
Inside Out 2, the delightful Pixar film, has been making waves in the box office since its release. The film not only rode on the success and audience love garnered by its prequel, but it also won its own fan base. Inside Out 2 has reportedly collected over $1.4 billion and is just a few dollars short of superseding Barbie.
Moreover, Inside Out 2 is also on the verge of becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time. It is reportedly just $10 million short of accomplishing this feat. Once done, it will displace current record holders Disney's Frozen II and The Lion King.
Inside Out 2's Route to Record Breaking Box Office Success
The Pixar film has enjoyed a steady climb to its mega-success. Its box office collections skyrocketed week after week, beginning with a sizeable $292 million in the first weekend and reaching the $1.44 billion mark by the six-week running. The film is projected to finish strong, poised to exceed $1.6 billion soon.
Fans and critics on social media have lauded Inside Out 2 for its excellent storytelling and deep emotional depth, further contributing to its financial success.
Inside Out 2 Aims to Surpass The Avengers' Records
Inside Out 2's power-packed performance doesn't stop at besting Barbie. It also threatens to topple the iconic Avengers from the top spots on the highest-grossing films of all time chart. Despite being at the 15th position currently, it's only a mere hundred thousand dollars away from taking The Avengers' 10th position.
The Avengers, well-known for its ensemble of Marvel superheroes, earned over $1.5 billion at the box office, revolutionizing the comic book genre. As Inside Out 2 nears this grand figure, Avengers might have to concede its position in the all-time charts.
The Future of Box Office Stand-Offs
As Inside Out 2 continues to run in cinemas, Barbie is now streaming on Max. Regardless of the final figures, both films have carved their names in box office history. Each presents its own unique brand of storytelling, thus serving different audience preferences.
In conclusion, Inside Out 2 has forged an incredible path that might change the box office results dramatically. As it sets out to challenge Barbie and other high-grossing films, only time will tell who will hold the top spot in the highest-grossing films of all time. Till then, the journey of Inside Out 2 is nothing less than inspirational, reshaping the movie industry and underlining the significance of great storytelling always paying off big in terms of both acclaim and success.
