This weekend’s box office saw horror dominate once again, while sci-fi spectacle and offbeat comedy fought for attention in the runner-up spots. Mature dramas held their ground, showing there’s still room for a variety of films even in a Halloween-heavy market.
The Black Phone 2 Rings Up Big Numbers
Universal and Blumhouse’s Black Phone 2 screamed into first place with a stellar $26.5 million debut. The sequel capitalized on strong brand recognition, Halloween timing, and the chilling return of Ethan Hawke as The Grabber. Horror sequels can be hit or miss, but audiences turned out in droves for this one, praising its sharp direction and tense storytelling. With little competition in the horror lane, Black Phone 2 is well-positioned to hold steady heading into next weekend.
Tron: Ares Holds Its Charge
In its second weekend, Disney’s Tron: Ares brought in $11.1 million, dipping but still performing solidly after a flashy debut. The neon-soaked sci-fi spectacle continues to draw tech-savvy audiences and fans of the original series. While word-of-mouth has been mixed, many are praising the film’s visuals and Greta Lee’s standout performance. The question now is whether it can maintain momentum as newer blockbusters crowd the field in the coming weeks.
Good Fortune Charms Its Way Into The Top Five
The feel-good comedy Good Fortune opened to $6.2 million, a decent start for a film that blends heart and humour in a market still warming up to original comedies. With strong audience scores and limited direct competition, it could find legs in the coming weeks as a word-of-mouth success story.
One Battle After Another Keeps Fighting
In its fourth weekend, the gritty war drama One Battle After Another earned another $4.0 million. The film has quietly become a sleeper hit at the box office, bolstered by critical acclaim and audience loyalty. Its grounded storytelling and intense performances continue to attract adult viewers, especially as lighter fare dominates elsewhere on the chart. For a film of its size and budget, this run is a clear win for Warner Bros. Discovery.
Roofman Slips But Stays Afloat
Universal’s darkly funny character study Roofman brought in $3.7 million in its sophomore frame, a modest dip from its debut. The Channing Tatum and Kirsten Dunst-led film has been earning solid praise for its balance of absurd humour and emotional depth. While it won’t break any box office records, it’s quietly finding a niche among adult audiences looking for something offbeat and grounded.
Next Weekend Predictions
Next weekend is shaping up to be an eclectic mix of music, romance, and high-octane anime action at the box office. The top contender looks to be Regretting You, which is tracking between $15 million and $25 million and is expected to debut around $20 million. The emotionally charged drama has struck a chord with young adult audiences through social media buzz and strong pre-sales. With little direct competition in the romance genre, it should easily land in the top spot.
Close behind is Springsteen: Deliver Me from Nowhere, expected to open around $17 million within a similar tracking range. Music documentaries and biographical films have been hit-or-miss this year, but this one seems poised for a solid start thanks to Bruce Springsteen’s enduring fanbase and glowing early reviews. Rounding out the weekend, Chainsaw Man — The Movie: Reze Arc is looking to carve out roughly $8 million. That’s a respectable debut for a limited-run anime release and should please fans eager to see the next chapter of the wildly popular series on the big screen.
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