Comscore, a trusted global box office data leader, is pleased to announce that The Walt Disney Studios will receive the 2026 Comscore European Box Office Achievement Award at this year’s edition of CineEurope. The presentation will take place during the event in Barcelona.

Each year, this award recognizes the film that achieved the highest box office performance in Europe during the eligibility period, spanning from November 2025 through the end of April 2026.

This year’s winner is 20th Century Studios’ “Avatar: Fire and Ash” from Disney, which has delivered a standout performance across the region. The studio is currently reporting a European box office total of USD $526.6 million for the title.

“We are delighted to recognize this outstanding achievement from The Walt Disney Studios,” said Andrew Sunshine, President of Film Expo Group. “This result reflects not only the continued global strength of the ‘Avatar’ franchise, but also Disney’s ability to deliver cinematic experiences that resonate deeply with audiences across Europe. Congratulations to the entire team on this remarkable accomplishment and wellearned recognition.”

“CineEurope is a unique moment for the industry to come together and recognize the films that truly move audiences,” said Erica Seidnam, Vice President of Film Expo Group. “The success of ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ highlights the importance of premium theatrical experiences and the vital role exhibitors play in bringing these stories to life on the big screen. We’re proud to include this achievement as part of this year’s celebration in Barcelona.”

“We’re thrilled to honor ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ as this year’s European Box Office Achievement Award winner,” said David Sobottka, Sr. VP, Client Insights and Operations at Comscore. “With exceptional performance across the region, the film demonstrates the power of immersive storytelling and strong audience demand for theatrical experiences. Congratulations to The Walt Disney Studios on a standout success.”

Accepting the award on behalf of The Walt Disney Studios and “Avatar: Fire and Ash” will be Nick Rush, SVP, Theatrical Distribution, The Walt Disney Studios EMEA.

About Film Expo Group
The Film Expo Group is the premier organizer of events in the motion picture industry. The Film Expo Group produces CineEurope, held in Barcelona; CineLATAM, held in Miami; and CineAsia, held in Seoul.