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Pixar’s animated sci-fi comedy Hoppers was leading the domestic box office chart until recently, but that changed with the arrival of Ryan Gosling’s epic sci-fi film Project Hail Mary, which quickly grabbed the No. 1 spot following its March 20 theatrical release. On the other hand, Sony’s animated sports comedy GOAT, which opened on February 13, continues to hold a spot among the top 10 titles in North America. While both films have earned rave reviews from both critics and moviegoers, Hoppers has taken a clear lead at the domestic box office with $120.2 million, compared to GOAT’s $97.4 million.
At the worldwide box office, Hoppers has grossed $242.4 million, currently ranking as the second-highest-grossing release of 2026, and it’s only behind the Chinese sports comedy Pegasus 3 ($599.3 million), according to Box Office Mojo’s yearly chart. In comparison, GOAT ranks as the fifth-highest-grossing title of the year so far with a global total of $174.4 million. Although Hoppers has outperformed GOAT both domestically and worldwide, the key question remains: which one of them has delivered a higher return relative to its budget at this stage?
GOAT vs. Hoppers – Box Office Comparison
Here’s how the two 2026 animated films have performed so far at the domestic and worldwide box office:
GOAT – Box Office Summary
- North America: $97.4 million
- International: $77 million
- Worldwide: $174.4 million
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Hoppers – Box Office Summary
- North America: $120.2 million
- International: $122.2 million
- Worldwide: $242.4 million
Earnings-to-Budget Comparison
GOAT was made on a reported production budget of $80-90 million, resulting in an earnings-to-budget ratio of approximately 1.94x-2.18x.
In comparison, Hoppers, which was produced on an estimated budget of $150 million, has delivered an earnings-to-budget ratio of around 1.62x.
Analysis
Based on the above numbers and calculations, GOAT has delivered better returns than its budget, even with its lower earnings-to-budget multiplier of 1.94x. Since Hoppers was released in theaters a few weeks after GOAT, its remaining theatrical window is longer than GOAT’s. Still, it may be challenging for Hoppers to outperform GOAT in earnings-to-budget performance, mainly because of GOAT’s significantly higher budget. However, the final outcome should become clear in the coming weeks.
GOAT – Plot
Directed by Tyree Dillihay, the animated sports comedy is set in a world populated by anthropomorphic animals. The story centers on Will (voiced by Caleb McLaughlin), a young goat who dreams of becoming a professional roarball player. But in a sport ruled by bigger, faster, and more ferocious animals, Will faces a big challenge. The film follows his underdog journey as he fights to prove that heart and determination can matter just as much as size and strength.
GOAT – Trailer
Hoppers – Plot
Directed by Daniel Chong, the animated sci-fi comedy follows Mabel, an animal lover who uses a new technology that lets humans transfer their consciousness into lifelike robotic animals. After hopping into a robotic beaver to communicate with wildlife, she discovers a threat to their forest habitat and must help the animals protect their home.
Hoppers – Trailer
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