Disney Q1 Earnings Beat Expectations on ‘Zootopia’ & ‘Avatar’ Hits

In its latest fiscal report, Disney Q1 results surpassed Wall Street expectations thanks to strong box office performance from big films like Zootopia 2 and Avatar: Fire and Ash, along with solid gains in theme parks and streaming revenue. The entertainment giant posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.63, beating the consensus forecast of $1.57, showing how resilience in core businesses can drive better-than-expected outcomes even in a challenging media environment. Total revenue came in at about $26 billion, topping estimates and signaling that Disney remains a powerful force in global entertainment.