NEW YORK – This weekend, “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” proved to be a massive hit, earning a staggering $144.5 million in its second weekend alone. According to studio estimates, this Sony-Marvel release has quickly become one of the highest-grossing films of all time, already racking up an impressive $1.67 billion globally in just 10 days of release.
In the U.S. and Canada, “Brand New Day” has grossed approximately $655.1 million, making it the fastest film to reach such a high domestic total. Meanwhile, on the international stage, it has surpassed $1 billion, showcasing its global appeal and popularity.
Remarkably, it took only seven days for “Brand New Day” to become the highest-grossing movie of the year, easily overtaking “Toy Story 5,” which previously held the record with $1.07 billion worldwide. Notably, this is the first time a Sony film has crossed the $100 million mark in its second weekend, almost breaking the record held by “Star Wars: The Force Awakens,” which earned $149.2 million in its second weekend back in 2015.
In other box office news, Christopher Nolan’s highly anticipated film “The Odyssey” also crossed the $1 billion mark this weekend. After its fourth weekend in theaters, it added $31.5 million domestically, bringing its total global earnings to $1.1 billion. This marks Nolan’s biggest box-office success to date, surpassing his previous hits like “The Dark Knight Rises” and “The Dark Knight.”
A significant factor in the success of “The Odyssey” has been its performance in IMAX theaters, where it has earned $147.3 million domestically, making it the highest-grossing IMAX release ever in the U.S. The film is set to expand its reach further with its release in China this coming Friday.
The remarkable performances of “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” and “The Odyssey” have significantly boosted Hollywood’s box office numbers this year. Currently, ticket sales are 18.5% higher than last year, and there have already been five films that have grossed over $1 billion, a feat not achieved since 2019. Other recent hits include “Michael” and “The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.”
According to Rentrak, total summer theatrical revenue is projected to reach $4 billion, a milestone that signifies a thriving movie business. This year is particularly noteworthy as it marks the first time since the pandemic that summer revenue has surpassed the $4 billion mark, thanks to blockbusters like “Barbie” and “Oppenheimer” earlier this summer.
In an attempt to provide some variety to the box office, two comedies released this weekend failed to make a significant impact. “One Night Only,” directed by Will Gluck, opened with just $5.7 million. Despite its unique premise—where premarital sex is only allowed for one night a year—the film received mixed reviews, landing a “46% fresh” rating on Rotten Tomatoes, although audiences gave it a better “B+” CinemaScore.
Another comedy, “Super Troopers 3,” debuted with even lower earnings at $4 million. This film continues the story from the beloved comedy series and was released by Fox Searchlight.
On a brighter note, two limited releases found success at the box office. A24’s “Tony,” featuring Dominic Sessa as a young Anthony Bourdain, grossed $348,955, showcasing one of the best screen averages of the year at $58,159 per theater. Similarly, Mubi’s “Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma” also performed well, averaging $50,300 across its five screens.
As we look ahead, the box office landscape continues to evolve, with audiences excited for new releases and returning to theaters in droves. Here’s a look at the top 10 movies by domestic box office for this weekend:
1. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” $145 million.
2. “The Odyssey,” $31.5 million.
3. “One Night Only,” $5.7 million.
4. “Super Troopers 3,” $4 million.
5. “Toy Story 5,” $3.9 million.
6. “Minions & Monsters,” $3.5 million.
7. “Moana,” $2.8 million.
8. “Ice Cream Man,” $2 million.
