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| Movie | Lifetime gross, in million USD |
|---|---|
| Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse | 190.24 |
| Hotel Transylvania 2 | 169.70 |
| Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation | 167.51 |
| Hotel Transylvania | 148.31 |
| The Smurfs | 142.61 |
| Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs | 124.87 |
| Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 | 119.79 |
| Peter Rabbit | 115.25 |
| The Angry Birds Movie | 107.51 |
| The Emoji Movie | 86.09 |
- Region: Canada, United States
- Time period: as of 2024
- Published: Feb 2024
Data Analysis and Insights
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-verse leads with highest earnings
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse ranks as the top-grossing Sony Pictures Animation movie in the U.S. and Canada, amassing $190.24 million in lifetime gross revenue. Its financial success underscores the broad appeal of superhero narratives and innovative animation styles in these regions.Hotel Transylvania series' significant contribution
The Hotel Transylvania franchise stands out with three films collectively generating over $485.52 million. Hotel Transylvania 2 and Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation follow closely behind Spider-Verse, with earnings of $169.70 million and $167.51 million, respectively, demonstrating the series' consistent draw among audiences.Dominance of animated sequels
Animated sequels show strong performance, with Hotel Transylvania 2, Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation, and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2 collectively contributing $457 million to the total. This trend reflects audiences' loyalty and sustained interest in established characters and storylines.Diverse genres across top earners
The list of top-grossing films encompasses a wide range of genres, from superhero adventures and family-friendly comedies to fantasy and technology-themed animations. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and The Smurfs alone illustrate the diverse interests of U.S. and Canadian audiences, catering to both comic book enthusiasts and fans of classic characters.Economic impact of original stories versus adaptations
Original stories like Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs and its sequel, alongside adaptations such as Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse and Peter Rabbit, highlight a broad spectrum of commercial success. With earnings ranging from $86.09 million to $190.24 million, both original animations and adaptations prove to be lucrative ventures.The Emoji Movie's unique position
The Emoji Movie finds its place as the lowest earner among the top ten, with $86.09 million. Despite mixed critical reception, its earnings demonstrate the marketability of movies based on contemporary digital culture, offering insights into the varied tastes of moviegoers.Frequently Asked Questions
Which movie has the highest earnings among Sony Pictures Animation movies in the U.S. and Canada?
Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse tops the list, accumulating a total of $190.24 million in revenue.
Terms and Definitions
Sony Pictures Animation is the animated film and television production division of Sony Pictures, a subsidiary of Sony Corporation. This division is responsible for creating a variety of animated content ranging from feature films, direct-to-video movies, and television series.
Animated movies are films that primarily use animation instead of live action to tell their story. This genre utilizes techniques such as traditional, stop-motion, or computer-generated imagery (CGI).
Lifetime gross is the total revenue that a movie earns during its entire period of release. This includes earnings from initial release as well as any subsequent re-releases.
CGI, or Computer-Generated Imagery, is the use of computer graphics to create or contribute to images in artwork, printed media, video games, films, television programs, commercials, simulators and simulation generally. In the context of animated films, CGI is used to create the visuals and animation of characters and environments.
Licensing rights in the film industry refer to the permissions given by the movie's copyright owner to a third party for the use of their film. This could include the right to broadcast it, show it in theaters, or distribute it in home video format. These rights are often sold to generate additional income.
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