Top 10 Highest-Grossing Animated Movies of All Time, Ranked
- Animated films are dominating the box office with record earnings this year.
- 'Inside Out 2' and 'Frozen 2' are leading the charge in the top 10 animated films.
- Each of these films is unique, awesome, and packed with entertaining moments.
We’re about to explore the world of animated films that made significant money at the box office. You know how some movies stick with you, like the catchy songs you can’t stop humming?
From Pixar’s heartfelt tales to Disney’s icy queens and Nintendo’s plumber shenanigans, these films are not only entertaining but also broke records at an impressive pace.
Top 10 Animated Box Office Blockbusters
Let’s take a closer look at ten animated flicks that are making waves and climbing to the top of the charts. Each one is awesome in its own way!
1. Inside Out 2 (2024)
Released in 2024, Inside Out 2 explores the journey of Riley, who is now a teenager. Say hello to all the feels! Joy, Sadness, Anger, Fear, and Disgust are joined by new emotions as Riley navigates the ups and downs of puberty.
The film explores how our ‘Sense of Self’ shapes our beliefs. It’s genuine, relatable, and has already grossed an impressive $1.694 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
2. Frozen 2 (2019)
This time, in Frozen 2, Elsa, the Snow Queen, has incredible ice powers, but even with all the love from Arendelle, she feels out of sync. One day, Elsa hears a mysterious voice calling to her, so she heads to the enchanted forest and the dark seas beyond her kingdom.
What starts as a quest turns into a profound journey of self-discovery where Elsa learns more about who she really is. With stunning visuals and catchy songs like Into the Unknown, Frozen 2 earned $1.450 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
3. The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)
The movie tells the origin story of Mario and Luigi, two Italian-descent plumbers who are randomly thrown into a fantasy world. They get separated and end up in the middle of a major showdown between Princess Peach’s Mushroom Kingdom and Bowser’s evil Koopa army.
It’s pure chaos, and the brothers must work together to save the day. With plenty of princess-saving moments and laughs, it’s no surprise the film made $1.362 billion (via Box Office Mojo). It was truly a blockbuster!
4. Frozen (2013)
When their kingdom is stuck in an endless winter, brave Anna teams up with rugged mountaineer Kristoff and his reindeer buddy to find her sister, Elsa, the Snow Queen, and break her icy spell.
Their epic journey is full of trolls, a funny snowman, crazy weather, and magic at every turn. The story centered on sisterly love and the quest to thaw a frozen kingdom. This classic has continued to earn $1.306 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
5. Incredibles 2 (2018)
Telecommunications mogul Winston Deavor recruits Elastigirl to help bring superheroes back into the spotlight. While she’s off saving the day, Mr. Incredible faces his toughest challenge yet—staying at home and dealing with their kids.
But just when he thought things couldn’t get crazier, a villain called Screenslaver starts hypnotizing the world through screens, and it’s up to the family to stop him. With that superhero action, the film earned $1.242 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
6. Minions (2015)
Minions, small yellow creatures who’ve always served evil masters, have had a rough time with constant failures, from T. Rex to Napoleon. They fall into a deep slump without a boss to serve, but Kevin, one brave minion, has a plan.
Along with Stuart and Bob, he sets out to find a new evil leader. Their quest leads them to Scarlet Overkill, the world’s first super-villainess. These little yellow characters brought in $1.159 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
7. Toy Story 4 (2019)
Woody’s always been sure of his place—taking care of his kid, whether it’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a new, reluctant toy named “Forky,” who doesn’t feel like a toy at all, Woody goes on a road trip with some old and new friends.
Along the way, he learns that the world is a lot bigger than he thought for a toy. This nostalgic adventure captivated audiences, earning an impressive $1.73 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
8. Toy Story 3 (2010)
Oh, the emotions! As Andy gets ready for college, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie, and the other toys are meant to go to the attic, but they accidentally end up on the curb with the trash.
Woody manages to save them, but most of the toys are donated to a daycare. Unfortunately, the wild kids there aren’t very kind, so Woody and the crew start planning a daring escape. This heartfelt journey brought in $1.66 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
9. Despicable Me 3 (2017)
The Minions want Gru to go back to his life of crime after he’s fired by the Anti-Villain League, but Gru decides to stay retired and heads to Freedonia to meet his long-lost twin brother.
The two siblings quickly team up, though not without some tension, to take down Balthazar Bratt, a former 1980s child star who’s now on a mission to get revenge on the world. With laughs and family fun, this film made $1.34 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
10. Finding Dory (2016)
Dory is a blue tang fish with short-term memory loss. She remembers being separated from her parents as a child. With help from Nemo and Marlin, she goes on a journey to find them.
She ends up at the Marine Life Institute and discovers that to reunite with her family, she has to free her parents from captivity. With themes of forgetfulness and friendship, this underwater adventure earned $1.29 billion (via Box Office Mojo).
