Milly Alcock as Kara Zor-El in Craig Gillespie’s 2026 Supergirl. — Milly Alcock brings a hardened edge to the Girl of Steel in Craig Gillespie’s Supergirl, which has now surpassed $100 million globally. Representational AI concept image.

Minions & Monsters Topples Toy Story 5 as Supergirl Hits $100M Milestone: July 2026 Box Office Analysis

Universal’s Minions & Monsters captured the top spot at the global box office for the weekend ending July 5, 2026, earning a massive $121.4 million. While Disney’s Toy Story 5 continues its dominant run toward the $800 million mark, DC’s Supergirl reached a significant financial milestone by crossing $100 million in cumulative worldwide earnings.

RMN Stars Box Office Desk
New Delhi | July 6, 2026

Universal and Disney Lead a High-Stakes July Weekend

The global theatrical market saw a surge in attendance during the first weekend of July 2026, driven by a competitive battle between established animation powerhouses and superhero spectacles. Minions & Monsters (Universal/Illumination) emerged as the weekend victor, pulling in $121,415,000 globally across 72 territories. Of that total, $85 million was generated in international markets, demonstrating the franchise’s sustained global appeal.

In second place, Disney’s Toy Story 5 remained a formidable force, adding $100.3 million to its total this weekend. The film has now reached a staggering cumulative worldwide total of $764,348,690, split almost evenly between domestic ($366.3 million) and international ($398 million) audiences.

Box Office King: Minions & Monsters dominated the weekend with $121.4 million, proving the enduring power of family-friendly animation on a global scale.

Supergirl Crosses the $100 Million Mark

Warner Bros.’ Supergirl, directed by Craig Gillespie and starring Milly Alcock, secured the fourth spot for the weekend with $19 million. Crucially, this performance pushed the film past the $100.47 million cumulative global milestone. While the film’s domestic intake of $58.4 million currently outweighs its $42 million international cume, the title remains a steady performer in 81 territories.

Steel Milestone: DC’s Supergirl officially enters the nine-figure club, reaching a $100.47 million worldwide cumulative total as of July 5, 2026.

Independent and Mid-Tier Success

Angel Studios saw a strong debut for Young Washington, which earned $20,847,688 in its opening domestic-only frame. Meanwhile, A24’s horror hit Backrooms continues to defy expectations, adding $12.9 million for a cumulative total of $355,992,367. Universal also maintains a strong presence in the top ten with Obsession ($403 million cume) and Disclosure Day ($216.5 million cume), showcasing a diverse portfolio of hits for the studio.