Los Angeles, CA – Lionsgate’s new movie by Guy Ritchie, “The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare,” has made waves with its all-in previews. Despite facing stiff competition from Universal’s “Abigail” and Sony Crunchyroll’s “Spy x Family Code: White,” the film managed to secure $1.45 million at the box office.
“Abigail” took the lead in Thursday previews, raking in an impressive $1 million, while “Spy x Family Code: White” followed closely behind with $670,000. As the weekend approaches, industry experts predict a close battle at the box office between “Abigail” and A24’s “Civil War,” both expected to gross over $12 million each.
In its first week, “Civil War” has already accumulated $33.1 million in revenue, dominating the Thursday box office with $1.6 million in earnings. Meanwhile, “Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” and “Abigail” are gearing up for a head-to-head competition, with both movies receiving positive reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
“Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare” kicked off its previews on Thursday at 6 PM, while “Abigail” started at 5 PM, expanding to 3,384 locations. Both films, with R-ratings and high scores on Rotten Tomatoes, are set to attract moviegoers over the weekend with their compelling storylines.
Not to be outdone, “Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire” and “Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” continue to hold their ground at the box office, with steady earnings and strong performances in their respective genres. Additionally, Universal’s “Kung Fu Panda 4” has maintained a consistent performance, bringing in $7.2 million in its sixth week.
As the weekend approaches, moviegoers can look forward to a diverse lineup of films, each offering a unique cinematic experience. Whether it’s action-packed blockbusters or heartwarming animated films, the box office is set to see a mix of old favorites and exciting new releases.