Here Are the Weekend Box Office Hits for This Weekend, with the New Animated Adventure on Top

The domestic box office experienced a significant surge this weekend as major studio tentpoles and prestige indie releases competed for audience attention. High-profile sequels and original adaptations drove the total market share, with the top fifteen films reflecting a diverse mix of genres from horror to family animation. Market analysts noted a strong performance from both established franchises and fresh intellectual properties. These results indicate a robust appetite for the theatrical experience across various demographic groups.

‘Forbidden Fruits’ (2025)

The independent drama ‘Forbidden Fruits’ concluded the weekend with a domestic intake of $190,910 across 500 screens. This performance represented a significant drop of 83.7% compared to its previous outing, bringing its cumulative total to $1,956,803. The film averaged approximately $381 per theater during its second week in wide release. Despite the steep decline, the project has maintained a presence in the top fifteen for its duration in the market.

‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’ (2025)

Focus Features saw its documentary project ‘The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist’ earn $270,000 during its second weekend of release. Playing in 635 theaters, the film saw a 58.2% decrease in ticket sales from its opening frame. The per-theater average for the documentary stood at $425 as it navigated a crowded field of commercial releases. Its current domestic total sits at $1,191,370 as it continues its specialized theatrical run.

‘Fantasy Life’ (2025)

In a surprising turn for specialized cinema, ‘Fantasy Life’ experienced a massive revenue increase of 830.2% this weekend. Distributed by Greenwich Entertainment, the film expanded its reach to 215 theaters and brought in $322,000. This expansion boosted the total domestic earnings for the project to $361,457 in its second week. The per-theater average was a healthy $1,497, signaling strong word-of-mouth as it reached more screens across the country.

‘GOAT’ (2025)

The sports-themed production ‘GOAT’ reached a significant milestone this weekend by surpassing the $100 million mark. Sony Pictures Releasing reported a weekend haul of $800,000, bringing the eight-week cumulative total to $102,468,279. Despite a 62.8% drop and a reduction of over 1,100 screens, the film maintained a steady presence in the lower half of the top fifteen. It currently holds an average of $718 per screen from the 1,114 locations still showing the feature.

‘Scream 7’ (2026)

Paramount Pictures’ latest entry in the iconic slasher franchise, ‘Scream 7’, continued its steady performance in its sixth week of release. The horror sequel earned $915,000 this weekend, which contributed to a strong domestic total of $120,548,377. While the film saw a 65.1% decline in revenue, it remains a significant commercial success for the studio. It averaged $809 per location from the 1,130 theaters remaining in its distribution cycle.

‘Undertone’ (2025)

A24’s psychological thriller ‘Undertone’ showed notable resilience during its fourth weekend in theaters with a modest 35% decline. The film grossed $1,073,071, which was achieved despite a massive reduction in screen count to just 370 locations. This high per-theater average of $2,900 reflects a concentrated interest in the title among urban audiences. The total domestic box office for the film currently stands at $19,535,392 as it nears the end of its month-long theatrical journey.

‘Ready or Not: Here I Come’ (2025)

The Searchlight Pictures sequel ‘Ready or Not 2: Here I Come’ maintained its position in the charts during its third week. It earned $1,800,000 over the weekend, suffering a 56.4% drop after losing nearly 1,000 screens. The film has now amassed a cumulative domestic total of $20,173,331. With a per-theater average of $878 across 2,050 screens, the horror-comedy continues to perform in line with studio expectations for the franchise.

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ (2025)

Distributed by Moviegoers Entertainment, ‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’ brought in $1,820,000 during its third weekend of release. The film faced a 60.5% decline in sales but managed a strong per-theater average of $3,922 from only 464 locations. This performance pushed its total domestic gross to $26,063,969, making it a standout hit for international cinema in the domestic market. The title has shown considerable staying power despite a limited screen count compared to major studio releases.

‘They Will Kill You’ (2025)

Warner Bros. saw its horror offering ‘They Will Kill You’ take in $1,930,000 during its sophomore weekend. This figure represents a 61.2% drop from its opening, bringing the two-week cumulative total to $8,756,928. The film was played across 2,778 screens, resulting in a per-theater average of $694 for the three-day period. As a mid-budget genre entry, the film is working toward its break-even point in a highly competitive window.

‘A Great Awakening’ (2025)

Roadside Attractions successfully launched ‘A Great Awakening’ this weekend, securing a debut of $2,113,565. The film opened in 1,289 theaters, achieving a respectable per-location average of $1,639. As an original title without the backing of a major franchise, its entry into the top ten highlights a demand for diverse storytelling. This opening marks the entirety of its current domestic total as it begins its theatrical lifecycle.

‘Reminders of Him’ (2025)

The romantic drama ‘Reminders of Him’ earned $2,200,000 in its fourth week of release for Universal Pictures. This 53.2% drop occurred as the film shed 820 theaters, leaving it with a presence in 2,361 locations. The movie has successfully accumulated $45,351,840 to date, proving to be a solid performer for the studio. It maintained a per-theater average of $931 as it transitioned into the later stages of its domestic run.

‘Hoppers’ (2026)

Disney and Pixar’s ‘Hoppers’ continued to attract family audiences in its fifth week, grossing $5,800,000 over the weekend. The animated feature experienced a 52.3% decline from the previous week but still managed a total domestic cume of $149,624,515. Playing in ,3290 theaters, the film averaged $1,762 per screen. It remains one of the highest-grossing original animated projects of the year, showing consistent legs throughout the month.

‘The Drama’ (2025)

A24 celebrated a strong opening for ‘The Drama’, which debuted with $14,380,197 this weekend. The film was released in 3,087 theaters, resulting in a healthy per-theater average of $4,658. This opening weekend performance places it as one of the most successful debuts in the history of the independent distributor. The film effectively captured the attention of adult audiences looking for high-concept storytelling outside of traditional blockbusters.

‘Project Hail Mary’ (2026)

The science fiction epic ‘Project Hail Mary’ from Amazon MGM Studios earned $30,653,868 in its third weekend. While revenue dropped by 43.3%, the film’s total domestic gross has now reached an impressive $217,180,878. The production maintained a wide footprint of 3,907 screens, averaging $7,845 per location. This performance solidifies the film’s status as a major blockbuster and a primary driver for the studio’s theatrical division.

‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ (2026)

Universal Pictures dominated the box office with the massive launch of ‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’, which earned $130,940,000 in its opening weekend. Playing at 4,252 locations, the animated sequel achieved a staggering per-theater average of $30,794. The total domestic gross, including early previews, currently stands at $190,053,455. This opening confirms the immense brand power of the franchise and marks one of the strongest debuts for an animated feature in history.

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