1. Department: Nonfood

‘Inside Out 2’ Hits 2024’s First $1 Billion Global Box Office Mark

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Just under 20 days after its release, Disney and Pixar’s “Inside Out 2” has exceeded records, becoming the fastest animated film to reach $1 billion worldwide.

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