Jack Black and Paul Rudd’s adventure comedy sequel, “Anaconda,” has surprisingly emerged as one of the standout performers among last year’s Christmas releases. Released on December 25, this film has taken the spot as the second-highest-grossing comedy of 2025, following closely behind “Freakier Friday.” The film continues to attract audiences, maintaining a presence in 2,424 theaters across the United States and drawing consistent interest both domestically and internationally.
In terms of box office performance, “Anaconda” was produced on a budget of $45 million and has since grossed a robust $122.8 million worldwide. According to Box Office Mojo, the breakdown shows that domestic earnings account for $60.4 million, while international revenues have reached $62.3 million. The film has shown remarkable consistency, adding over a million dollars each weekend since its release, including a noteworthy $3.3 million over the most recent weekend, despite a reduction of 651 theaters.
The momentum for “Anaconda” has persisted into the current week, as evidenced by the substantial $875K earned on the MLK Day holiday. While Tuesday saw a decline to approximately $355K—down nearly 60%—the overall figures indicate stable performance for a late-stage release.
In a significant achievement, “Anaconda” has now surpassed the domestic box office total of “Ballerina,” a spinoff from the “John Wick” franchise led by Ana De Armas. While “Ballerina” had a $90 million budget and earned $58 million in the U.S. along with $137.2 million worldwide, “Anaconda” has edged ahead by $2.4 million in North America.
Starring a talented cast that includes Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Steve Zahn, Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello, “Anaconda” showcases characters attempting to film their own version of an Anaconda movie, which spirals into comical chaos, blending adventure with humor.
As the film continues to draw audiences, it proves that a combination of star power and engaging storytelling can resonate well, even in a competitive box office environment. Stay tuned for more updates on its ongoing performance!