Pixar's 'Hoppers' Soars at Box Office on Opening Weekend

The new original film from the animation studio brings in $88 million globally.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Pixar Animation Studios' latest original film, 'Hoppers,' debuted at the box office this past weekend, earning $46 million domestically and $42 million internationally for a global total of $88 million. This marks the strongest opening for an original Pixar release since 2017's 'Coco'.

Why it matters

The success of 'Hoppers' is a welcome boost for Pixar, which has seen its original films struggle in recent years as the studio has focused more on franchise sequels. The strong opening indicates audiences are still eager for Pixar's signature blend of heartwarming stories and stunning animation.

The details

Directed by Daniel Chong and produced by Nicole Paradis Grindle, 'Hoppers' follows an animal lover named Mabel who uses new technology to communicate with animals. The film features the voice talents of Piper Curda, Bobby Moynihan, and Jon Hamm. Critics and audiences have both embraced the movie, with a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an A CinemaScore.

  • Pixar Animation Studios' new film 'Hoppers' opened in theaters on March 6, 2026.

The players

Pixar Animation Studios

An American computer animation film studio known for its critically acclaimed and commercially successful animated films.

Daniel Chong

The director of 'Hoppers'.

Nicole Paradis Grindle

The producer of 'Hoppers'.

Piper Curda

The voice of the main character Mabel in 'Hoppers'.

Bobby Moynihan

A voice actor in 'Hoppers'.

Jon Hamm

A voice actor in 'Hoppers'.

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What they’re saying

“This is a fantastic original film from the incredible team at Pixar, and it's wonderful to see audiences coming out with their friends and families to enjoy it together.”

— Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment Chair (dapsmagic.com)

What’s next

Pixar will likely continue promoting 'Hoppers' in the coming weeks to maintain its momentum at the box office.

The takeaway

The strong opening weekend performance of 'Hoppers' demonstrates that Pixar's signature blend of heartwarming stories and stunning animation continues to resonate with audiences, even as the studio has shifted more towards franchise sequels in recent years. This success could pave the way for Pixar to invest more in original films going forward.