Disney and Pixar are once again proving their dominance at the box office with the highly anticipated release of Inside Out 2. The film is on track to have the biggest opening of the year so far, with projections ranging from $120M-$130M. The buzz surrounding this sequel has generated a lot of excitement, especially with its strong showing in Thursday night previews, raking in $13M.
Despite the competition, other studios are feeling the pressure from Inside Out 2’s success. Sony’s Bad Boys: Ride or Die is holding its own, only dropping -50% in its second weekend with $28M. The film is well on its way to crossing the $100M mark by Sunday, proving to be a strong contender against the Pixar juggernaut.
20th Century Studios/Disney’s Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes is also holding steady in its 6th weekend, bringing in $4.45M and maintaining its presence in the top five at the box office. With a running total of $157M, the film continues to draw audiences to theaters. Alcon/Sony’s The Garfield Movie and Paramount’s IF are also still in the mix, with respectable weekend earnings despite stiff competition.
Positive Reception
Inside Out 2 is receiving high praise from both critics and audiences, boasting a Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The strong Thursday preview numbers and positive word of mouth are setting the stage for a potential $100M+ opening weekend. The return of the original voice cast and the film’s universal appeal are resonating with a wide range of viewers, making it a standout in the Pixar lineup.
When it comes to box office success, Pixar has a proven track record of delivering hit after hit. Inside Out 2’s preview numbers are outpacing those of the original film, as well as other recent Pixar releases like The Little Mermaid and Toy Story 4. With a wide release in over 4,400 theaters and a strong showing in various formats, including PLFs and Imax, the film is poised to make a big splash in the coming weeks.
In addition to the Pixar powerhouse, Sony’s Bad Boys franchise is celebrating crossing the $1 billion global threshold. Bad Boys: Ride or Die continues to perform well at the box office, with impressive earnings in its first week and steady numbers leading into the weekend. The film’s success is a testament to the enduring popularity of the franchise and its dedicated fan base.
The box office landscape is alive and well, with Inside Out 2 leading the charge in a competitive market. The success of Pixar’s latest offering, along with the continued performance of other top films, is a positive sign for the industry as a whole. As audiences return to theaters in droves, the future looks bright for the film industry and its ability to captivate and entertain viewers around the world.
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