Disney Pixar animated film "Brave" soared to the top of the movie box office over the weekend. The PG-rating movie scored $80 million in ticket sales around the world.

"Brave" stars the young Merida who is a skilled archer and daughter of King Fergus and Queen Elinor. The movie is set in the highlands of 10^th century Scotland. As princess, Merida is faced with many restrictions but is determined to live her own life. She defies an age-old custom, causing chaos in her kingdom.

The 3D film raked in $66.7 million at domestic theaters from Friday through Sunday, plus $13.5 million from international markets. "Brave" topped new historical/horror mash up "Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter" with little effort. It also knocked out another animated family film, "Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted" to number 2 after its two weeks in the top spot.

According to Reuters, "Brave" brings in the 13^th consecutive Number 1 opening to Pixar, which has become Hollywood's most reliable studio during its 17-year history of making films. "Brave" is also the first Pixar film to feature a strong female as the lead character.

"Brave" cost about $185 million to make.