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'Bambi' (1942) -

Originally released on August 13, 1942, 'Bambi' is a timeless classic that follows a young deer's life in the forest. Despite its humble budget, it earned US$267.4 million globally, capturing the beauty and challenges of nature through animation.

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'The Princess and the Frog' (2009) -

This story follows a girl named Tiana's dream of opening a restaurant, and all of the drama that unfolds with it. It cooked up US$271 million worldwide, reviving Disney's classic storytelling format.

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'Bolt' (2008) -

'Bolt' is about a dog with superhero delusions. It wagged its way to US$310 million worldwide, showing the value of friendship and staying true to oneself.

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'Chicken Little' (2005) -

'Chicken Little' tells the tale of a young chicken saving his town from aliens. It earned US$314.4 million worldwide, proving that even the smallest of creatures can be heroes.

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'The Hunchback of Notre Dame' (1996) -

This adaptation of Victor Hugo's novel explores themes of love, acceptance, and inner beauty. It rang up US$325.3 million worldwide while championing tolerance and justice.

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'Toy Story' (1995) -

The iconic 'Toy Story' introduced audiences to the animated secret life of toys when their owner is not around. It animated its way to US$394.4 million globally, marking the birth of a beloved franchise.

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'Beauty and the Beast' (1991) -

Disney enchanted viewers on November 13, 1991, with a timeless love story. It cast a spell, earning US$424 million worldwide and becoming a cherished classic of animated romance.

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'Tarzan' (1999) -

'Tarzan' swings through the jungle, sharing the tale of a man raised by gorillas. It captured US$448.2 million globally, taking audiences on a thrilling treetop adventure.

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'Wreck-It Ralph' (2012) -

'Wreck-It Ralph' introduced us to the vibrant world of arcade game characters, with Ralph on a quest to prove he's more than a villain. The movie scored US$496.5 million worldwide, celebrating the golden era of arcade gaming.

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'Aladdin' (1992) -

The enchanting story of a young hero, a magical lamp, and a genie, 'Aladdin' conjured up US$504.1 million globally, whisking audiences away on a magic carpet ride through Arabian Nights.

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'Toy Story 2' (1999) -

'Toy Story 2' delves deeper into the toy universe as Woody and Buzz Lightyear embark on a rescue mission. This sequel soared to US$512 million worldwide, solidifying the 'Toy Story' franchise's charm and success.

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'Ralph Breaks the Internet' (2018) -

This 2018 sequel to 'Wreck-It Ralph' dives into the chaotic world of the internet, following Ralph and Vanellope. It racked up US$529.3 million in global box-office earnings.

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'Cars 2' (2011) -

Lightning McQueen sets off on a high-speed spy mission around the world, grossing US$559.8 million at the box office.

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'Monsters, Inc.' (2001) -

Monster buddies Mike and Sully find themselves babysitting a human child in the scream factory. This heartwarming tale earned US$579.7 million.

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'Tangled' (2010) -

The reimagined Rapunzel, with magical hair and the charming Flynn Rider, sets out on an enchanting adventure, grossing US$592.4 million.

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'Ratatouille' (2007) -

Remy, a gourmet rat, defies the odds to become a top chef in Paris, cooking up US$623.7 million in worldwide box-office earnings.

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'The Incredibles' (2004) -

A superhero family battles the villain Syndrome while navigating the challenges of family dynamics, amassing US$631.6 million.

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'Big Hero 6' (2014) -

Hiro, Baymax, and their friends employ the power of science to save the city while delivering emotional healthcare hugs, earning US$657.8 million.

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'Moana' (2016) -

The adventurous Moana, accompanied by shape-shifting demigod Maui, embarks on a high-seas journey in this 2016 hit that made US$682.6 million.

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'Up' (2009) -

A grumpy old man floats his house with balloons, meeting talking dogs and embarking on an unforgettable adventure that soared to US$735.1 million.

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'Monsters University' (2013) -

Mike and Sully's college days are filled with scare majors, epic pranks, and fraternity fun, resulting in a US$743.6 million box-office success.

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'Coco' (2017) -

Miguel's musical journey to the Land of the Dead uncovers family secrets in this 2017 hit that harmonized to US$814.3 million worldwide.

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'Inside Out' (2015) -

In the imaginative world of 2015's 'Inside Out,' human emotions take the spotlight in a heartwarming and groundbreaking animated feature that grossed a remarkable US$858.8 million worldwide.

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'Finding Nemo' (2003) -

Pixar's beloved 'Finding Nemo' from 2003 tells the gripping story of Marlin, a clownfish, on a journey across the ocean to find his missing son, touching hearts and swimming to US$940.3 million at the global box office.

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'The Lion King' (1994) -

Disney's iconic 1994 film 'The Lion King' reigns as one of the studio's most successful movies, with US$968.4 million in worldwide box-office earnings, featuring an unforgettable soundtrack and beloved characters.

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'Zootopia' (2016) -

In 2016's 'Zootopia,' animals of all kinds navigate a world where predators and prey coexist in a gripping mystery. The film impressively grossed over US$1.025 billion worldwide.

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'Finding Dory' (2016) -

Released in 2016, 'Finding Dory' reunites audiences with the forgetful fish as she embarks on her own journey, grossing a whopping US$1.029 billion worldwide.

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'Toy Story 3' (2010) -

'Toy Story 3' made history in 2010 by becoming the first animated movie to surpass a billion dollars at the box office, earning a remarkable US$1.067 billion.

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'Toy Story 4' (2019) -

Woody, Buzz, and the gang returned in 2019 in 'Toy Story 4,' proving that there's always room for another adventure, as it earned US$1.073 billion in global box-office earnings.

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'The Incredibles 2' (2018) -

Long-awaited, 2018's 'The Incredibles 2' soared to become Pixar's most successful movie, amassing US$1.243 billion at the worldwide box office.

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'Frozen' (2013) -

Disney's 'Frozen' from 2013 became a global phenomenon, accumulating a staggering $1.285 billion in box-office revenue, ushering in a new era of Disney magic.

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'Frozen II' (2019) -

In 2019, 'Frozen II' continued the frosty magic with an even more impressive US$1.453 billion worldwide, making it Disney's highest-grossing animated film to date.

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'Inside Out 2' (2024) -

In 2024, 'Inside Out 2' brought audiences back into the emotional world with a remarkable US$1.668 billion worldwide (so far), cementing its place as one of Disney's highest-grossing animated films ever.

Sources: (The Numbers) (Collider) (IMDb) (Newsweek)

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