Weapons Tops Box Office with $70M Opening
As per the numbers quoted by movie trade outlets, ‘Weapons’, about the mysterious disappearance of multiple children of the same class, has earned $42.5 million in the domestic 3202 theatres, since its release on Friday, August 8, in addition to $27.5 million overseas, taking the opening weekend estimates of Josh Brolin-starrer to a whopping $70 million.
The feat has also added to Warner Bros.’ record, being the seventh No. 1 opening of the year for the distributor, as well as the sixth film in a row to debut with over $40 million domestically.
Josh Brolin gets honest about ‘Weapons’
Just behind ‘Weapons’ is Disney’s chaotic sequel of Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis, ‘Freakier Friday’, which grossed $44.5 million in its global ticket sales for the debut weekend, including $29 million from 3,975 North American theatres.
Meanwhile, in the third place is Marvel’s ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’, starring Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby, Joseph Quinn, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach, adding $15.5 million of domestic earnings in the third weekend, to the overall total of $230 million. Its global box office, since its July 25 premiere, currently stands at $434 million.
Mutib Khalid is a skilled content writer and digital marketer with a knack for crafting compelling narratives and optimizing digital strategies. Excel in creating engaging content that drives results and enhances online presence. Passionate about blending creativity with data-driven approaches, Mutib Khalid helps brands connect with their audience and achieve their goals.
