The weekend box office results are in, with 'Now You See Me, Now You Don't' leading the pack by earning just over $21 million. This magic-themed film continues the trend of its franchise, though its opening is slightly less compared to the earlier installments. It's followed by 'The Running Man,' which took in $16.49 million, a bit lower than expected for an Edgar Wright film.
'Predator Badlands' saw a steep decline of 68.2% from its opening, grossing $12.7 million, but it maintains its standing as a strong performer in its franchise. At the tail of the weekend’s top five, 'Regretting You' collected $3.7 million with a respectable hold, alongside 'Black Phone 2,' which brought in $2.6 million.
Other notable mentions include 'Keeper,' Ozgood Perkins' latest creation, debuting at $2.5 million, and 'Nuremberg,' which sustained a 37.2% drop, earning $2.4 million. Meanwhile, Sarah's Oil managed a less than 50% decrease, contributing $2.2 million to its total.
Internationally, 'Now You See Me, Now You Don't' made a significant impact, particularly in China. Meanwhile, 'The Running Man' struggled to find footing overseas, indicating difficulties matching its hefty budget with audience interest.
The steep theater drop for 'Christy' and its plummeting revenue stands out, marking a record-setting decrease among movies with significant first weekend releases. Despite other titles struggling, the animated film 'Arco' made waves with high per-theater earnings, showcasing a strong niche performance.
This week, the box office anticipates a potential boost from the release of 'Wicked for Good,' a move that might help recover from the October and November slump.