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Pixar's new animated film 'Elio,' an original space adventure, had its worst box office opening ever, earning about $21 million domestically, reflecting challenges for original animated stories in theaters amid streaming competition and economic uncertainty.
Pixar's Inside Out 2 earned a record $30 million on Wednesday, marking the highest Juneteenth box office gross since the holiday's federal recognition in 2021. The film also achieved the biggest Wednesday gross for an animated movie and the third-biggest for any film, trailing only two Star Wars movies. With a domestic total of $235.4 million and $203.3 million overseas, the global earnings reached $438.7 million. The sequel, praised for its strong reviews and high audience scores, introduces new emotions as Riley becomes a teenager.
"Dune: Part Two" maintains a strong presence at the box office in its second weekend, while "Kung Fu Panda 4" makes a triumphant return with a projected $55 million opening. IMAX ticket sales contribute to the success of "Dune: Part Two," with some locations sold out for weeks in advance. Meanwhile, the horror movie "Imaginary" has a modest start with an estimated $9-10 million debut, and upcoming releases like "Garfield" and "Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire" are anticipated to make an impact in the animated and nostalgia-driven movie markets.
Despicable Me 4 is set to hit theaters on July 3, 2024, featuring the return of beloved characters and new cast members including Will Ferrell and Sofia Vergara. The plot will revolve around Gru and his family facing vengeful villains while adjusting to the addition of a new family member, Gru Jr. The trailer for the movie was released on January 29, generating excitement among fans of the franchise.
Here are five animated movies that have grossed over $1 billion at the box office: Minions, the first non-Disney or Pixar film to achieve this feat; Incredibles 2, a successful sequel loved by many; Frozen, a touching story that became a global phenomenon; The Super Mario Bros. Movie, the highest-grossing video game movie ever; and Frozen 2, the highest-grossing animated project in movie history.
This week's must-watch picks include the final season of The Witcher, Harrison Ford's Indiana Jones farewell, two new animated movies on Netflix, and a variety of TV shows premiering or airing their season finales across various streaming platforms and networks.
Nimona, a shape-shifting monster with hot pink hair, brings a fresh dose of attitude to the inclusive messaging trend in animated movies. Voiced by Chloë Grace Moretz, Nimona teams up with ex-knight Ballister Boldheart to inflict vengeance on the society that's been demonizing her for roughly a millennium. The irreverent tone keeps the movie from feeling sanctimonious, and the animation style blends details from the graphic novel with medieval designs. The film's message is that if you call someone a monster, they're liable to wind up behaving like one.
Early reviews for Sony Pictures' Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse have been overwhelmingly positive, with some critics even ranking the sequel above the original. Critics praised the movie's animation, emotional depth, and surprises, with some even calling it one of the best movies they've ever experienced. The movie expands on the Multiverse and features appearances by numerous Spider-Men, including Miles Morales, Gwen Stacy, and Oscar Isaac's 2099. Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse will debut in theaters on Friday, June 2.
Netflix has revealed its upcoming feature-length animation slate for 2023 and 2024, showcasing nine different movies currently in the works at the studio. The list includes the Chicken Run sequel, the new SpongeBob SquarePants movie, and Ultraman. Netflix is competing with Disney, Universal, and other major players in the animation space.
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is expected to reach $1 billion at the box office, joining a select few animated films at that level. Only 10 animated movies have ever made $1 billion or more, with The Lion King remake topping the list. The Super Mario Bros. Movie had a fantastic second weekend in theaters, with total box office numbers in North America falling by only 37% with $92.5 million. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the movie boasts very impressive review scores from fans. A sequel is likely to be made given the massive commercial success of the film.
Chris Pratt has been defending his voice acting for the upcoming Super Mario Bros. movie, which has received backlash for his portrayal of the iconic video game character. Pratt has explained that he worked closely with the directors to create a voice that is updated and unlike anything heard in the Mario world before. He also argues that Mario is less of a character and more of an avatar for whoever is playing him, and that the film honors the world of Mario. Despite the criticism, Pratt believes that the movie is fantastic and that viewers' childhoods are firmly intact.