After Earning Nearly $200 Million in Theaters, Steph Curry’s ‘GOAT’ Arrives on Netflix

The animated sports comedy GOAT, produced by NBA star Steph Curry’s Unanimous Media, has made its exciting shift from box office hit to global streaming favorite. It arrived on Netflix on May 14, 2026. After a remarkable run in theaters that brought in about $190.4 million worldwide, the film moved to Netflix. This marks a key moment in how animated features connect theatrical success with streaming popularity.

It was released in U.S. theaters during the 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend in mid-February. GOAT started strong and gradually gained momentum with families and young viewers. Despite a busy winter schedule, the film reached the top of domestic charts in its second weekend. It finished with over $103 million in North America and $87 million internationally.

Curry, who also voices a giraffe in the film, mentioned that GOAT’s charm lies in its focus on stories that celebrate resilience, the pursuit of dreams, and inclusivity. These themes resonate deeply with the film’s underdog storyline. In production notes released ahead of the Netflix debut, he described Will Harris’s journey, a small goat aiming to master “roarball,” as reflecting real-world determination.

The voice cast features Caleb McLaughlin as Will, Gabrielle Union, Jennifer Hudson, and Jelly Roll. It has received praise from both critics and viewers for enhancing the film’s emotional moments. One industry analyst pointed out that GOAT’s box office, the third-highest worldwide for animated films in 2026, represents a rare success for a standalone film in an era filled with sequels and franchises.

From a theatrical perspective, GOAT displayed a careful release strategy. It launched on Valentine’s weekend and maintained strong ticket sales in the weeks that followed. Its overall global earnings, nearing $200 million, far exceeded initial expectations for an original animated film not linked to existing intellectual property.

Now on Netflix, the film finds new life. Streaming experts view GOAT as an example of how original theatrical films can reach wider audiences even after their theatrical run. Early 2026 streaming data indicates that animated films with solid theater performances often surpass established titles when they appear on SVOD (Subscription Video on Demand), climbing Netflix’s charts shortly after release.

For Netflix, GOAT’s launch reinforces its approach of combining licensed theatrical content with original programming to maintain high subscriber engagement. This is a key factor in the competitive streaming market. As fans worldwide log in to see Will’s journey, GOAT has transformed from a box office surprise into a streaming favorite.