The Anaconda franchise slithers back into the spotlight with a bang! The reboot has just crossed the $100 million mark at the global box office, an impressive feat for a series that's been relatively dormant for years.
But here's the twist: this isn't just any reboot. The new Anaconda takes a comedic turn, starring Jack Black, Paul Rudd, and Steve Zahn, alongside Thandiwe Newton, Daniela Melchior, and Selton Mello. Their hilarious attempt at making an Anaconda movie goes hilariously wrong, and the result is a box office hit!
The film has grossed over $50 million in North America and $51 million internationally, totaling a worldwide gross of $101.6 million. This success is even more remarkable considering the stiff competition from blockbusters like Avatar: Fire and Ash, The Housemaid, Marty Supreme, and Five Nights at Freddy's 2.
A franchise milestone: The 2025 Anaconda is the first in the series to hit this box office milestone since the original film's release in 1997. The iconic Jennifer Lopez and Ice Cube-led movie remains the franchise's top earner with a global gross of $137 million. Its 2004 sequel, Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid, couldn't replicate this success, earning $70.3 million worldwide.
Subsequent Anaconda movies, released between 2004 and 2025, were made for television and didn't receive a theatrical release, which explains their absence from box office records. These include Anaconda 3: Offspring (2008), Anacondas: Trail of Blood (2009), and Lake Placid vs. Anaconda (2015), all premiering on the Syfy channel.
With a production budget of $45 million, the latest Anaconda is not only a box office success but also a profitable venture. Critics have given it mixed reviews, with a 51% score on Rotten Tomatoes, but audiences seem to love it, as indicated by the 76% Popcornmeter score and praise for its comedy and performances.
Jack Black's box office magic: The film adds to Jack Black's impressive box office track record. His previous ventures, A Minecraft Movie and The Super Mario Bros. Movie, were massive hits in 2025 and 2023, respectively. While Anaconda might not reach those astronomical figures, it's another win for Black.
The future looks bright for the Anaconda franchise, with potential for more comedic installments. Will the franchise continue down this new path? Only time will tell, but the box office success of the reboot suggests a strong audience appetite for more.
Anaconda Reboot
Release Date: December 24, 2025
Runtime: 100 minutes
Directors: Tom Gormican, Doug McCallister, Ronald Griffen 'Griff' Jr.
Writers: Kevin Etten, Tom Gormican
Producers: Andrew Form, Brad Fuller, Kevin Etten, Tom Gormican, Alex Ginno, Erin Vitali
