Los Angeles, California – “A Minecraft Movie” continues to dominate the domestic box office for the second weekend in a row, while new releases are making their way into theaters as well. Among these new releases, Angel Studios’ animated biblical film “The King of Kings” is making strides towards second place, surpassing titles from major studios such as “The Amateur” and “Drop.”
Warner Bros. and Legendary’s “A Minecraft Movie” remains at the top of the box office charts, bringing in another $20.5 million on Friday. The comedy adaptation of the popular video game is projected to earn over $80 million in its second weekend, marking it as one of the top-grossing films of the year. Despite an expected 50% drop in revenue, “Minecraft” continues to demonstrate its strong staying power and appeal beyond its dedicated fan base.
Meanwhile, the animated film “The King of Kings” is proving to be a competitive option for family audiences, landing in second place on domestic charts. The Korea-produced feature, loosely based on Charles Dickens’ work, has generated about $6.8 million in earnings. With positive reception, the film is expected to have a successful opening weekend, potentially becoming Angel Studios’ second-biggest hit to date.
In addition to these releases, other new films like “The Amateur” and “Drop” are drawing in audiences as well. “The Amateur,” a revenge thriller starring Rami Malek, earned $6 million on Friday and is aiming for a three-day total north of $15 million. Meanwhile, “Drop,” a suspense thriller produced by Blumhouse, brought in $3.3 million on Friday and is projected to debut with $7.7 million in earnings.
Overall, the domestic box office landscape is diversifying with a mix of genres and productions, offering audiences a wide range of choices at theaters. With successful openings and positive audience sentiment, these new releases are set to make their mark amidst the ongoing popularity of “A Minecraft Movie” and “The King of Kings.” As the weekend progresses, box office numbers will continue to fluctuate, showcasing the dynamic nature of the film industry.