‘Moana’ Doesn’t Sing With $95M+ WW Opening; Stephen Chow Kicks Up $74M With ‘Kung Fu Soccer’ – Global Box Office Update

The live-action Moana earned over $95M during its worldwide opening, while Stephen Chow's Kung Fu Soccer brought in $74M. The weak launch is attributed to scheduling proximity to Moana 2, which released during Thanksgiving 2024. This underperformance fuels questions regarding Disney's strategy for live-action remakes and the studio's future direction. Despite the success of the 2024 animated sequel, the live-action version failed to maintain momentum, highlighting the critical importance of product timing and space.