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Disney First Studio to Top $3 Billion Global Box Office in 2026

Toy Story 5's breakout launch is driving Disney's lead as the studio prepares a premium-exhibition program to boost future releases.

Overview

  • Deadline and industry tallies reported that Walt Disney Studios has passed $3 billion worldwide for 2026, led by recent strong releases across its studio groups.
  • Pixar’s Toy Story 5 opened to roughly $312 million worldwide and stands at just north of $367 million global gross in early tallies.
  • Other high earners pushing Disney’s total include The Devil Wears Prada 2 at about $677.6 million, Pixar’s Hoppers near $372 million, Star Wars: Mandalorian and Grogu around $323 million, and 20th Century’s Send Help near $94 million, with carryover revenue from 2025 titles also contributing.
  • At CineEurope Disney unveiled Infinity Vision, a new premium large-format (PLF) certification that will include a custom introduction, additional footage, and an exclusive end tag for select re-releases and tentpoles.
  • The studio’s pipeline—including Moana, The Dog Stars, Hexed and Avengers: Doomsday—combined with Infinity Vision aims to bolster theatrical re-releases, event screenings and downstream merchandise and streaming revenue.