Box Office: ‘Moana 2‘ Leads Post-Thanksgiving Freelance
“Moana 2” is making waves at the box office.
Continuing its strong PPI reign, Disney’s animated musical sequel is set for a second weekend of $55M-$60M, becoming the highest-grossing No. 1 film for this traditionally slow weekend period. The “Moana 2” release smashed the previous record held by 2019’s “Frozen 2,” which raked in an impressive $35.1M in its post-Thanksgiving timeframe.
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After an estimated $11M-$12M Friday, “Moana 2” is on track to exceed the original film’s $248.7M domestic total.
“Wicked” Nears $300 Million
Meanwhile, “Wicked”, featuring powerhouse performances from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, is rapidly approaching a $300 million domestic total. The musical adaptation is expected to hit the milestone sometime today.
“Moana 2” is projected to surpass the milestone just a bit later this weekend.
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## Box Office: ‘Moana 2’ Leads Post-Thanksgiving Freelance
**Host:** Wow, “Moana 2” is truly riding a wave of success. Joining us today is film industry analyst, [Guest Name], to discuss this impressive box office performance. Welcome to the show!
**Guest:**
Thanks for having me! It’s been an exciting few weeks watching ”Moana 2″ dominate the box office.
**Host:** Absolutely! We’re hearing reports of a projected $55-$60 million weekend for “Moana 2.” That’s huge, especially for a traditionally slow post-Thanksgiving period. Can you shed some light on what’s driving this success?
**Guest:** Several factors are at play here. Firstly, “Moana” itself was a beloved film with a dedicated fanbase eager for a sequel. Disney has a knack for creating these enduring franchises. Secondly, the Thanksgiving weekend is a prime time for families to head to the theaters. “Moana 2” capitalized on that perfectly, offering a fun, musical experience for all ages.
**Host:** This success even beats “Frozen 2″‘s previous post-Thanksgiving record. What does this tell us about the current landscape of animated movies?
**Guest:** It shows the power of strong storytelling and brand recognition.
Animated movies are no longer just for kids; they can appeal to a wide audience when done right. [ [1](https://variety.com/2024/film/box-office/moana-2-box-office-thanksgiving-wicked-massive-second-weekend-1236231692/) ]
**Host:**
Looking ahead, do you see this momentum continuing for “Moana 2”?
**Guest:** I certainly do. With strong word-of-mouth and positive reviews, “Moana 2” is poised to continue its box office reign well into the holiday season.
**Host:**
Thank you for your insightful analysis, [Guest Name]. This is great news for Disney and movie lovers alike!
