Here Are the Weekend Box Office Hits for This Weekend, with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Still on Top

The domestic box office saw a mix of enduring blockbusters and fresh genre entries this weekend, with total revenues reflecting a diverse slate of cinematic offerings. James Cameron’s latest epic continues to lead the charts, while high-profile sequels and specialty releases from major studios show remarkable staying power. Audiences also showed significant interest in the return of classic fantasy adventures through limited-time theatrical re-releases. As the winter season progresses, these results highlight current trends in consumer preference across animation, horror, and international thrillers.

‘Hamnet’ (2025)

Directed by Chloé Zhao, this historical drama adaptation stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal. It explores the life of Agnes, the wife of William Shakespeare, as she struggles to come to terms with the loss of her only son. The film saw a significant 120% surge in its eighth weekend, earning $1,310,000 across 718 theaters. Its cumulative domestic total has now reached $14,668,765 for Focus Features.

‘David’ (2025)

This animated musical from Angel Studios chronicles the biblical life of the young shepherd who eventually becomes king. In its fifth week of release, the production earned $1,455,714 despite losing nearly 1,000 screens. The film continues to perform steadily within faith-based demographics, bringing its total gross to $77,484,086. It utilizes a grand visual style to depict the legendary confrontation between ‘David’ and Goliath.

‘Song Sung Blue’ (2025)

Based on a 2008 documentary, this film follows the true story of a Milwaukee couple who form a Neil Diamond tribute band. Starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, the musical drama earned $1,780,000 during its fourth weekend in theaters. The story focuses on the resilience of the human spirit and the power of music to forge deep connections. It has amassed a total of $35,090,960 since its debut for Focus Features.

‘No Other Choice’ (2025)

Directed by Park Chan-wook, this South Korean satirical black comedy thriller follows a desperate paper industry expert. The protagonist decides to systematically eliminate his job competition to secure a position and maintain his lifestyle. In its fourth weekend, the film experienced a 62.6% increase in revenue, earning $2,237,000. It serves as an adaptation of Donald Westlake’s novel ‘The Ax’ and is dedicated to filmmaker Costa-Gavras.

‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’ (2025)

The latest cinematic outing for the residents of Bikini Bottom earned $2,315,000 in its fifth weekend. This installment follows the titular character and his friends on a quest to recover a lost artifact. Despite a 40.2% drop in sales, the film has maintained a presence in the family market with a total gross of $67,133,384. Paramount Pictures International continues to oversee the theatrical distribution of this long-running animated franchise.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers’ (2002)

This special theatrical re-release of Peter Jackson’s fantasy epic brought in $2,400,000 during its return to the big screen. Audiences returned to Middle-earth to witness the Battle of Helm’s Deep and the continuing journey of Frodo and Sam. The screening took place in 1,688 locations, achieving a respectable per-theater average of $1,421. This classic sequel continues to demonstrate the enduring popularity of J.R.R. Tolkien’s legendary storytelling.

‘Anaconda’ (2025)

This meta-reboot of the 1997 cult classic follows a group of childhood friends attempting to remake the original film. Starring Paul Rudd and Jack Black, the horror-comedy earned $3,200,000 in its fourth weekend of release. The plot takes a dark turn when the aspiring filmmakers are attacked by a real, murderous giant snake. It has now reached a cumulative domestic box office total of $59,091,451 for Sony Pictures.

‘Greenland 2: Migration’ (2026)

Gerard Butler and Morena Baccarin return in this survival sequel where the Garrity family must navigate a frozen wasteland. In its second weekend, the film earned $3,365,000 despite a significant 59.9% drop from its opening. The story explores the challenges of finding a new home in the aftermath of a global extinction event. Currently distributed by Lionsgate, the action thriller has earned a total of $14,121,318 so far.

‘The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring’ (2001)

Returning to theaters for a 2026 re-release, the first chapter of the iconic trilogy earned $3,494,000. The film follows Frodo Baggins as he sets out from the Shire with eight companions to destroy the One Ring. It maintained a high per-theater average this weekend, earning $2,072 across 1,686 screens. This event allowed a new generation of fans to experience the world of Middle-earth in a high-quality cinematic setting.

‘Primate’ (2026)

This science fiction thriller from Paramount Pictures earned $5,000,000 in its second weekend of release. The film experienced a 55.2% decline in attendance, bringing its cumulative total to $19,595,712. It explores high-stakes themes involving advanced intelligence and survival within a secluded research environment. Despite the drop, the production remains a notable entry in the mid-budget genre market for the studio.

‘Marty Supreme’ (2025)

Produced by A24 and starring Timothée Chalamet, this biographical film is inspired by the life of professional ping-pong player Marty Reisman. It earned $5,477,927 during its fifth weekend, showing strong legs with only a 26.8% decrease. The narrative tracks the rise of a charismatic athlete within the competitive world of table tennis during the mid-20th century. To date, the film has grossed $79,653,221 and continues to perform well in specialty theaters.

‘The Housemaid’ (2025)

This thriller from Lionsgate earned $8,515,000 in its fifth weekend, maintaining a steady position in the domestic marketplace. The story centers on a young woman who becomes entangled in the dark secrets of a wealthy family while working in their home. Since its debut, the film has crossed the $100 million mark with a total domestic haul of $107,141,064. It continues to attract audiences with its blend of suspense and psychological drama across 3,101 screens.

‘Zootopia 2’ (2025)

Disney’s animated sequel follows Judy Hopps and Nick Wilde as they investigate a new case involving a mysterious reptile. The film remained a powerhouse in its eighth weekend, earning $8,769,000 and showing impressive longevity. With a total domestic gross of $390,011,207, it stands as one of the most successful animated films of the year. The production features a returning voice cast and expanded world-building within the titular metropolitan city.

’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ (2026)

This highly anticipated horror sequel debuted with $13,000,000 in its opening weekend for Sony Pictures. Directed by Danny Boyle and written by Alex Garland, the film returns to the post-apocalyptic world infested by the Rage Virus. It launched across 3,506 theaters, securing a high per-theater average for the genre. The story introduces a new group of survivors navigating the remnants of society nearly three decades after the initial outbreak.

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ (2025)

James Cameron’s third journey to Pandora earned $13,320,000 in its fifth weekend, maintaining the lead in the rankings. The film introduces the “Ash People,” a more aggressive tribe of Na’vi associated with volcanic regions. Despite a 38.1% drop, the epic adventure has reached a massive domestic total of $363,530,340. It continues to draw large crowds to its 3,300 locations, demonstrating the immense staying power of the franchise.

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