The Walt Disney Animation sequel sailed into history with a Thanksgiving haul of $225 million, the biggest five-day opening of all time, among numerous other milestones.

"Moana 2," a sequel to the 2016 animated film that reunites the wayfinding title character with demigod Maui, sailed to a Thanksgiving weekend record of $221 million in U.S. and Canadian ticket sales,

The "Moana" sequel is riding the wave to the top of the box office, blowing previous title holder "Frozen 2" out of the water.

Moana 2 is reaching demigod status after shattering record after record over the Thanksgiving holiday. The Walt Disney Animation sequel sailed into history with a Thanksgiving haul of $221 million, breaking numerous records including the biggest five-day opening of all time,

Moana 2’ Beats ‘Wicked’ In Massive Thanksgiving Weekend Box Office Win | TMZ TV "Moana 2" showed just how far it would go over Thanksgiving weekend ... defying "Wicked" at the box office by a head-turning amount.

Moana 2 has already emerged as a behemoth in both domestic and international box offices and set several records, despite the lukewarm responses from the critics. The movie had its global premiere on November 21,

Moana 2” smashed records as Disney’s top Thanksgiving animation debut, as well as the biggest animated debut of all time. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, accusing opposition parties of sympathizing with North Korea and controlling parliament.

Moana 2, Wicked, and Gladiator II were all major successes over 2024's five-day Thanksgiving weekend, contributing to an all-new box office record.