In a weekend marked by a mix of new releases and continued success for established films, Alex Garland’s Civil War maintained its reign at the top of the box office, bringing in $11 million in its second weekend for a total of $45 million domestically. The dystopian political action film, produced by indie studio A24, has captured audiences with its gripping storyline.
Universal’s latest vampire flick, Abigail, made a strong debut with $10.2 million, coming in just behind Civil War. Meanwhile, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire continued to impress in its fourth weekend, earning $9.8 million and crossing the $170 million mark domestically.
Guy Ritchie’s The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare opened with $9 million, taking audiences on a thrilling journey through a covert World War II mission against Nazi U-boats. The film’s unique storyline and action-packed scenes have garnered attention from moviegoers.
On the animated front, Spy x Family Code: White, a new anime offering from Sony/Crunchyroll, opened with $4.9 million, securing the No. 4 spot and outperforming Kung Fu Panda 4. The film’s strong opening reflects the growing popularity of anime in the entertainment industry.
Overall, the weekend saw a 20 percent decrease in year-to-date box office revenue compared to last year, and a 33 percent drop from 2019. Despite the mixed results, Hollywood continues to push forward with a diverse range of films that capture the imagination of viewers. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest box office releases and trends on The Puck Drop.
