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Moana 2 Sets Thanksgiving Box Office Records with $221 Million

Moana 2's record-breaking Thanksgiving sales mark a potential recovery for Hollywood amid a challenging few years for theaters.

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Updated: Dec 2nd, 2024, 10:16 AM ET

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Disney's Moana 2 broke Thanksgiving weekend records with $221 million in ticket sales, contributing to an unprecedented $420 million total box office. This turnaround is seen as a hopeful indication for Hollywood's recovery, as the film's strong international performance and successes like Wicked and Gladiator II signal a rise in audience demand. Moana 2 represents a strategic pivot for Disney toward theatrical releases under CEO Bob Iger, potentially paving the way for a brighter future in film.

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