Top 10 Highest-Grossing Animated Films of All Time
This ranking lists the top 10 highest-grossing animated feature films of all time based on global box office statistics. These films not only showcase cutting-edge visual technology but also achieved immense commercial success and widespread cultural impact, representing significant milestones in the history of animation.
Interesting Facts & Summary
As of 2026, Inside Out 2 reigns supreme at the top of the all-time highest-grossing animated films list with a global box office exceeding $1.69 billion, officially dethroning Frozen II and shattering the 'sequel curse' that had long haunted animation studios. Key Insight: The film surged into the '$1 Billion Club' in record-breaking time. Its massive success highlights the unparalleled global appeal of Pixar’s storytelling, which resonates equally with children and adults. In this top 10 list, Disney and Pixar maintain a near-total monopoly, proving that their blend of advanced industrial production and deep emotional intelligence remains the gold standard of global cinema.
| Rank | Movie Title | Global Box Office (USD Billion) | Release Year |
|---|---|---|---|
Inside Out 2 | 16.96 | 2024 | |
The Lion King | 16.63 | 2019 | |
The Super Mario Bros. Movie | 13.62 | 2023 | |
| 4 | Frozen II | 14.53 | 2019 |
| 5 | Frozen | 12.85 | 2013 |
| 6 | Incredibles 2 | 12.43 | 2018 |
| 7 | Minions | 11.59 | 2015 |
| 8 | Toy Story 4 | 10.73 | 2019 |
| 9 | Toy Story 3 | 10.67 | 2010 |
| 10 | Despicable Me 3 | 10.35 | 2017 |