Universal/DreamWorks Animation’s Kung Fu Panda 4 has achieved a major milestone by surpassing the $500 million mark globally, with $503.5M in total. This includes a significant portion of $318.5M from the international box office. Directed by Mike Mitchell and co-directed by Stephanie Ma Stine, KFP4 has become only the fourth animated film since 2020 to reach this impressive benchmark.
International Box Office Performance
The latest installment in the Kung Fu Panda franchise has performed exceptionally well overseas, becoming the highest-grossing film in the series in 37 markets. Notable achievements include leading the box office in countries like Mexico ($35.2M) and Brazil ($8.1M). The success of KFP4 has propelled the entire franchise past the $2 billion mark globally, securing its position as the 7th highest-grossing animated franchise of all time.
DreamWorks Animation now boasts the most animated franchises to reach the $2 billion milestone worldwide, with Kung Fu Panda joining the likes of Shrek ($3.972B) and Madagascar ($2.257B). This latest success signals a continuation of DWA’s track record of producing blockbuster animated films that resonate with audiences globally.
The achievement of KFP4 comes at a time when the industry is witnessing multiple global milestones. Warner Bros/Legendary’s Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire have crossed $700M and $500M, respectively. Additionally, Universal’s The Fall Guy, starring Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt, made a strong start at the international box office, indicating a promising run in the coming weeks.
Warner Bros’ Challengers, led by Zendaya, expanded into 51 more markets, generating $9M in the latest frame. The film’s international cumulative total now stands at $10M after successful outings in Australia and New Zealand. The steady performance of Challengers underscores the growing interest in diverse and compelling storytelling from audiences worldwide.
Overall, the success of Kung Fu Panda 4 reflects the enduring appeal of the franchise and DreamWorks Animation’s ability to create engaging animated films that resonate with audiences of all ages. As the industry continues to evolve, DWA’s continued success paves the way for more groundbreaking animated releases in the future.