“Venom: The Last Dance” holds strong at the box office for another week, amassing an impressive $26.1 million over the weekend, according to studio reports. The Sony Pictures release, starring Tom Hardy, continues to outperform expectations with its domestic earnings now surpassing $90 million, while international receipts have pushed its total over $300 million globally. Its steady 49% drop in ticket sales showcases its appeal, even as competition in theaters heats up.
In contrast, “Here,” a long-awaited film reunifying Tom Hanks, Robin Wright, and director Robert Zemeckis, faced a disappointing debut. The Sony release, adapted from a graphic novel by “Forrest Gump” screenwriter Eric Roth, opened with a modest $5 million from 2,647 locations. Despite its star-studded cast and unique premise, “Here” struggled to capture audiences, securing a mere 36% on Rotten Tomatoes. Film analysts speculate that its subdued reception was partly due to mixed critical responses and ample competition from popular holdovers.
Meanwhile, Universal’s animated hit “The Wild Robot” continues to see box office growth, taking in $7.6 million in its sixth week—a rare feat for a long-running feature. The film has captivated family audiences and is now up 11% from last weekend, bringing its North American earnings to over $121 million and its worldwide gross to $269 million. Other box office leaders include “Smile 2,” which placed third, and the papal thriller “Conclave,” both maintaining significant interest among moviegoers.
Despite a quieter weekend overall, the box office landscape is expected to change soon with high-profile releases such as “Gladiator II” and “Wicked” lined up for the holiday season, potentially reviving ticket sales that currently lag behind 2023 by nearly 12%.
source: Swifteradio.com
