The box office success of ‘Kung Fu Panda 4’ propels the franchise beyond a rare milestone, securing its position as the seventh highest-grossing animated franchise in history.
Premiering in theatres on March 8, “Kung Fu Panda 4” continues the animated franchise’s saga, following Po as he seeks to train his successor while facing the sinister Chameleon. Led by Jack Black, the cast includes familiar voices like Dustin Hoffman, James Hong, Bryan Cranston, and Ian McShane, alongside newcomers Awkwafina, Ke Huy Quan, Ronny Chieng, and Viola Davis.
In a remarkable feat, the box office performance of “Kung Fu Panda 4” has propelled the franchise beyond a rare milestone in less than two weeks. Deadline reports that the film has surpassed $2 billion globally, solidifying its place as the seventh highest-grossing animated franchise of all time. Remarkably, this makes it the third DreamWorks Animation series to achieve such a feat, following in the footsteps of “Shrek” ($3.972B) and “Madagascar” ($2.257B).
Kung Fu Panda 4’s Box Office Success Explained
In 2024, “Kung Fu Panda 4” has emerged as the second highest-grossing film, trailing only behind “Dune: Part Two.” Surpassing expectations, the animated feature claimed the top spot at the box office with a stellar $58 million opening weekend, outshining the sci-fi epic’s $46 million in its second weekend.
Maintaining its dominance, “Kung Fu Panda 4” retained its leading position with a solid $30 million haul in its second weekend. Globally, the film has amassed $179 million, with $109 million from domestic markets and $69 million from international territories.
Despite receiving generally positive reviews, “Kung Fu Panda 4” has faced its weakest critical reception within the franchise, earning a franchise-low Rotten Tomatoes score of 72%. While some reviews indicate a potential decline in the series’ momentum, the box office performance tells a different story.
Remarkably, “Kung Fu Panda 4” achieved the franchise’s strongest opening in 16 years, surpassing half of the original movie’s total domestic gross. The film’s global success, crossing the $2 billion mark, serves as a testament to its enduring popularity and resilience. Far from faltering, the franchise continues to thrive, defying any notions of stagnation.
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