The movie “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is swinging into the box office with quite the opening weekend, potentially raking in $52M-$55M.
It largely driven by enthusiastic fans of the franchise. Despite concerns about star power, this film proves that a strong brand and loyal following can still draw audiences. The movie’s solid Friday earnings and positive word of mouth from early screenings bode well for its success.
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On the other hand, “Furiosa” is generating buzz after Cannes Premiere screenings, with expectations that it might surpass its projected $40M-$50M opening. With a strong foundation laid by the previous “Mad Max” films, anticipation is high for this prequel.
“Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” is attracting a predominantly male audience, with solid representation from the 18-34 age group. Diversity demographics are also notable, with significant turnout from various ethnic backgrounds.
Social media engagement for the film is robust, indicating sustained interest across platforms. While it may not match the levels of recent sci-fi hits like “Dune: Part Two” or “Godzilla vs. Kong,” it’s still performing admirably.
Meanwhile, “The Fall Guy” is holding steady in its second weekend, indicating decent staying power despite initial market challenges. However, “Not Another Church Movie” seems to be struggling both critically and with audiences.
Overall, the weekend box office is looking promising, though not quite reaching the heights of previous years. Nonetheless, “Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes” seems poised to lead the charge with its strong start