This weekend at the box office, Pixar’s animated juggernaut “Inside Out 2” looks set to retain the top spot despite facing competition from two new releases.
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Inside Out Stays Strong
The beloved animated sequel earned $17.1 million on Friday, a slight drop from its opening week. If it maintains this momentum, it could reach a three-day total exceeding $53 million. This would place it among the top ten highest-grossing third weekends ever for a domestic release. “Inside Out 2” is rapidly approaching the coveted billion-dollar mark worldwide, making it the first film of 2024 to achieve this feat.
A Quiet Place: Day One Makes a Loud Debut
Paramount’s prequel “A Quiet Place: Day One” exceeded expectations, performing closer to “Inside Out 2” than initially predicted. The horror film brought in a strong $22.5 million across Friday and previews, surpassing the opening day gross of its predecessor. This positions it for a potential weekend total of $53 million, which would break the franchise record set by the 2018 original.
“Day One” benefits from premium screen formats like IMAX, attracting horror fans seeking a truly immersive experience. The film’s positive critical reception (B+ from CinemaScore) and strong audience buzz further bolster its box office prospects. With a manageable production budget of $67 million, “Day One” is well-positioned for a successful run.
Horizon Fails to Capture Audience Attention
Kevin Costner’s ambitious Western epic “Horizon: An American Saga – Chapter 1” unfortunately underperformed at the box office. Despite its sprawling length and $100 million price tag, the film only managed $4.1 million across Friday and previews. Tracking projections suggest a low-teen million opening, placing it in third domestically.
While a decent showing for an original adult drama, “Horizon” falls short of expectations for a potential franchise starter. The hefty budget, particularly considering Costner’s significant personal investment, casts a shadow over the film’s profitability. Adding to the concerns, “Horizon” received lukewarm reviews at Cannes and earned a middling B- on CinemaScore. This lack of audience enthusiasm could hinder its long-term success. With the sequel scheduled for release in just seven weeks, the overall financial picture for “Horizon” appears bleak.
Rounding Out the Box Office
Sony’s action comedy sequel “Bad Boys: Ride or Die” continues its solid run, adding an estimated $2.8 million on Friday. The Will Smith and Martin Lawrence starrer is projected for a $10.2 million weekend, demonstrating strong audience retention. “Bad Boys” is quickly approaching the year’s top-grossing films and could soon surpass “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” for the fifth-place spot.
Telugu-language sci-fi epic “Kalki 2898 AD” rounds out the top five with a projected $6.2 million weekend total. The Indian film, featuring renowned actors like Amitabh Bachchan and Deepika Padukone, secured $1.9 million on Friday.