This summer’s box office is set to shine, with Disney leading the charge after a record-breaking Memorial Day weekend. The entertainment giant is projected to rake in $4.2 billion in the U.S. and Canada, marking a significant recovery since Covid.
- Projected $4.2 billion summer box office
- Live-action film broke even at $205 million
- Biggest 4-Day Memorial Day Weekend ever
- Highest Disney live-action opening in Latin America
- Third highest Disney live-action worldwide opening
- Disney first to cross $2 billion YTD
The live-action adaptation of a beloved 2002 animated classic has already broken even, thanks to strong merchandise sales, with a global breakeven point of $205 million. As of 2025-05-30 02:05:00, Disney is poised for a blockbuster season.
This surge in box office success raises questions about the future of theatrical releases. Will audiences continue to flock to cinemas, or is streaming here to stay? Key highlights include:
- Biggest 4-Day Memorial Day Weekend Box Office Ever at $182.6M.
- Highest Disney Live-Action Opening of All Time in Latin America.
- AMC and Regal Cinemas reported record attendance over the holiday.
As we look ahead, the industry may see a renewed focus on theatrical experiences, encouraging studios to invest in high-quality productions that draw audiences back to theaters.
