Dec 12 (Reuters) – Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2” is on track to surpass $1 billion at the global box ‍office, the company said on Friday, as the sequel continues its strong run in international markets.

The film, which revisits the bustling animal metropolis of “Zootopia,” features returning characters Judy Hopps, ‌a rabbit police officer voiced ‌by Ginnifer Goodwin, and her fox partner Nick Wilde, voiced by Jason Bateman.

The duo embarks on a new adventure that blends humor and social themes, echoing the formula that made the original a hit.

“Zootopia 2” opened ‍strongly over the U.S. Thanksgiving weekend, giving Hollywood a boost at the start of the critical holiday ‍season.

The film’s runaway success has been fueled by an extraordinary reception in China, where “Zootop

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