Wuthering Heights opens at No. 1 with a $34.8M box-office debut
A Margot Robbie- and Jacob Elordi-starring Wuthering Heights launches to No. 1 at the domestic box office with about $34.8 million, signaling a strong, female-led opening for the film.
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‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Debuts to $88 Million, Marking a Franchise Shift
'Avatar: Fire and Ash' debuted with $88 million domestically and $257 million internationally, marking a solid but lower opening compared to previous films in the franchise. Despite the initial numbers, the film's long-term success depends on its staying power, as past 'Avatar' movies have shown. The weekend also featured other notable releases like 'David' and 'The Housemaid,' with overall box office performance reflecting a competitive holiday season. The film's future success will be judged over the coming weeks.
‘Predator: Badlands’ Dominates Box Office and Critics in 2025
'Predator: Badlands' debuted at number one at the box office, earning $15.6 million, dominating its competition and marking a successful start for the ninth installment in the Predator franchise, while other films like 'Regretting You,' 'Sarah’s Oil,' 'Black Phone 2,' and 'Nuremberg' followed in the rankings.
Black Phone 2 Dominates Weekend Box Office with $26 Million
Black Phone 2 topped the weekend box office with a $26.5M debut, outperforming expectations and marking a significant win for Blumhouse, while other films like Tron: Ares and Good Fortune underperformed. The overall box office saw a slight decline compared to last year, with Black Phone 2 benefiting from positive reviews and limited competition.
‘Black Phone 2’ Tops Box Office with $26.5M Opening
Black Phone 2 opened strongly with $26.5 million in the U.S. and $42 million globally, performing well against its $30 million budget and marking a significant win for Blumhouse. The film, praised for expanding the universe and audience reception, outperformed expectations and led the box office, while other releases like Tron: Ares and Good Fortune had mixed results.
‘Tron: Ares’ Debuts at $33.5M, Stumbles at Box Office
Disney's 'Tron: Ares' underperformed at the box office with a $33.5 million opening, falling short of expectations and potentially ending plans for rebooting the franchise. Meanwhile, 'Roofman' debuted modestly with $8 million, but received strong reviews. Other releases included 'Soul of Fire' and specialty films like 'After the Hunt,' with the latter showing promising early results. Overall, the box office saw mixed performances with some milestones achieved by other films.
‘Tron: Ares’ Debuts to $33 Million at Box Office
Disney's Tron: Ares debuted with a disappointing $33.5 million, underperforming expectations and marking the third time a Tron film has underwhelmed at the box office, despite a notable budget and marketing campaign. The film received mixed reviews, with critics criticizing its engagement level, while audiences responded more positively. The international gross reached $27M, but overall, the film's performance was below forecasts, reflecting the franchise's cult status rather than mainstream success.
‘Tron: Ares’ Debuts Weakly at Box Office Amid Franchise Revival
Disney's 'Tron: Ares' underperformed at the box office with a $33.5 million debut, failing to meet expectations and trailing behind previous installments, while other new releases like 'Roofman' and 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' also struggled to attract audiences, indicating a challenging weekend for new films.
‘Tron: Ares’ Opens Below Expectations Amid Mixed Reviews
Disney's 'Tron: Ares' opened with $14.3 million, underperforming projections and behind previous 'Tron' films, while Channing Tatum's 'Roofman' earned $3.2 million, both opening below expectations. Other releases include 'Soul on Fire' and 'Kiss of the Spider Woman,' with the latter struggling at the box office.
Leonardo DiCaprio's 'One Battle After Another' Opens Strong at $22 Million
'One Battle After Another,' directed by Paul Thomas Anderson and starring Leonardo DiCaprio, opened to $22.4 million domestically and $26.1 million internationally, totaling $48.5 million globally. Despite a modest debut, positive audience and critic reviews suggest potential for longevity and profitability, especially with premium format screenings. The film faces competition from family and horror releases but has shown promising early reception.
‘Conjuring: Last Rites’ Breaks Box Office Records with $83 Million Debut
'The Conjuring: Last Rites' debuted to a record-breaking $83 million in the US, becoming the highest opening for the franchise and the best start this year for a horror movie, with a global total of $187 million. The film's success, driven by strong word-of-mouth and pent-up demand, marks a significant rebound for Warner Bros. and the horror genre.
‘Conjuring 4’ Expected to Revive Box Office with $50 Million Debut
'Conjuring 4' is projected to debut with over $50 million at the box office, potentially marking a record for the franchise, and aims for a global launch exceeding $100 million, signaling a strong comeback for Warner Bros. after a slow summer.
'Weapons' Dominates Box Office with Thrilling Success
The horror film 'Weapons' directed by Zach Cregger debuted at number one at the US box office with $42.5 million, marking a successful summer release for Warner Bros., and was supported by strong reviews and viral marketing, while other films like 'Freakier Friday' and 'The Fantastic Four' also performed well.
‘Weapons’ and ‘Freakier Friday’ Lead Box Office with Strong Openings
'Weapons' and 'Freakier Friday' opened strongly at the box office, with debut earnings of $42.5 million and $29 million respectively, boosting summer movie sales as 'Fantastic Four' drops in performance. 'Weapons' marks a successful return for Warner Bros., while 'Freakier Friday' revives a popular franchise with original stars. Other notable releases include 'The Bad Guys 2' and 'The Naked Gun,' rounding out the top five.
‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Debuts to Record-Breaking Box Office Success
Marvel's 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps' debuted strongly at the box office with $118 million in North America and $100 million internationally, totaling $218 million globally, marking a positive start for the franchise and indicating a potential resurgence for Marvel's superhero films.