Why Disney’s 2024 Success Could Lead to the Animated Sequel I’ve Desired for 11 Years

Disney’s animated film division is experiencing remarkable success in 2024, reigniting discussions about revisiting one of its beloved classics after a decade. Historically, animation has been Disney’s cornerstone, and while the growth was initially gradual, the company has transformed into a dominant force in the animation landscape over recent decades.

With an array of franchises such as the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, and numerous other intellectual properties, Disney has continuously fueled its revenue streams. Specifically, 2024 has proven to be a standout year for their animated features, with sequels to some of their past successes contributing significantly to their box office triumphs.

Disney’s Animated Movies Had A Great 2024

Earning More Than $2.5 Billion Combined

Notably, Moana 2 garnered nearly a billion dollars (as noted by Box Office Mojo), while Inside Out 2 soared to an impressive $1.7 billion (also via Box Office Mojo). These figures are particularly striking when considering that the originals earned only about half to two-thirds of what their sequels brought in. Additionally, both original films debuted nearly ten years ago, underscoring the growing popularity of these franchises.

Movie Title	Box Office Total (Box Office Mojo)
Moana (2016)	$643,332,476
Moana 2 (2024)	$992,125,307
Inside Out (2015)	$859,976,254
Inside Out 2 (2024)	$1,698,863,816

Big Hero 6 Really Deserves A Sequel (Still)

It’s Been More Than A Decade Since Big Hero 6 Came Out

As Disney continues to explore the live-action remake trend, I advocate for a return to the beloved classic Big Hero 6, which recently marked its 10th anniversary. Released in 2014, this heartfelt and thrilling film showcases one of Disney’s most exciting narratives, coinciding with their Marvel acquisition. The studio took the lesser-known title and translated it beautifully into animation, making the themes of loss and courage widely accessible.

This film, based on Marvel Comics and featuring a Japanese team of heroes, even outperformed Moana at the box office, generating significant revenue. When adjusted for inflation, Big Hero 6 reportedly surpassed Moana by millions (via Box Office Mojo).

Disney’s 2024 Animation Success Proves A Big Hero 6 Sequel Could Succeed

2024 Proved What Disney Is Capable Of Doing With Animated Sequels

While we can’t predict outcomes, the stunning success of Disney’s 2024 animated sequels suggests that a new installment of Big Hero 6 would be met with enthusiasm. Nonetheless, there is a minor complication— the existing animated TV series that aired in 2017 has already expanded the narrative and characters from the original film across three seasons.

Despite the great reception of the series, the charm of seeing Baymax and Hiro Hamada in a full-length movie deserves exploration. The breathtaking visuals and emotional depth of a cinematic experience would certainly attract audiences. Given 2024’s results, it’s clear that Disney could successfully leverage its brand by producing a sequel to Big Hero 6. Assuming that the original cast and crew can return and meet their conditions, there’s every reason to believe that a new adventure in this wonderful universe could flourish.

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