'Avatar: Fire and Ash' leads the box office for the third week, surpassing $1 billion globally, with strong international performance, while 'Zootopia 2' and other films continue to perform well, signaling a promising start to Hollywood's 2026 after a challenging 2025.
Hollywood's 2026 box office started strong with 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' leading for the third week and surpassing $1 billion globally, supported by other hits like 'Zootopia 2' and 'The Housemaid,' signaling a potentially lucrative year despite a challenging 2025.
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' remains the top box office hit in its third week, crossing $1 billion globally, with strong international performance. Disney's 'Zootopia 2' continues to perform well, becoming the second highest-grossing animated film ever. The holiday season saw multiple hits, indicating Hollywood's strong start to 2026 after a sluggish 2025, with industry optimism fueled by upcoming major franchise releases.