‘Bob Marley: One Love’ to Remain No.1 in Second Weekend Until ‘Dune’ Opens
Overview
In the second weekend for the biopic ‘Bob Marley: One Love,’ Paramount Picture has retained the top spot in the box office with an estimated $15M in earnings. This marks a decline of approximately 45% from the film’s impressive initial weekend total of $28.6M.
Current Box Office Offerings
While there are three new wide releases coming to theaters this upcoming weekend, industry experts are not expecting any of them to have a significant impact, with Legendary/Warner Bros.’ highly anticipated ‘Dune: Part Two’ set to dominate with a projected $80M opening on March 1. Focus Features’ ‘Drive-Away Dolls,’ Sony/Crunchyroll’s ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -To The Hashira Training,’ and Lionsgate/Kingdom Story’s ‘Ordinary Angels’ are expected to generate modest returns in comparison.
‘Madame Web’ Second Weekend Performance
The second weekend for Sony/Marvel’s ‘Madame Web’ is forecasted to experience a possible 55% decrease in earnings, amounting to around $6.8M. Despite performing moderately well with $1.75M in revenue on Tuesday, the film is facing challenges as Monday’s earnings of $2.5M represent a 30% drop. ‘Madame Web’ has received a C+ CinemaScore, and critics believe that the film’s overall decline could be somewhere in the 60% range.
Cumulative Earnings to Date
‘Bob Marley: One Love’ has accumulated a total of $54.4M. Conversely, ‘Madame Web’ has managed to earn $27.8M since its release.
Evaluating the Hispanic and Latino Impact
While ‘Madame Web’ has appealed to Hispanic and Latino audiences, ‘Bob Marley: One Love’ has accumulated a significant following among the same demographic. It is anticipated that those individuals who watched ‘Madame Web’ during the previous weekend could potentially favor the reggae legend’s biopic as their movie choice for the coming weekend.
‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -To The Hashira Training’ Expected Performances
Projection
Sony and Crunchyroll anticipate a strong showing for ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -To The Hashira Training,’ with estimated earnings between $7M to $8M. Thanks to the support of premium large format (PLF) and IMAX screens, the film is expected to outperform the other new releases. It’s important to note that this installment is a TV episode rather than a traditional movie, which resulted in lower box office returns when compared to previous “Demon Slayers.”
Unique Content Offering
‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba -To The Hashira Training’ showcases the final episode (Episode 11) of the Swordsmith Village Arc, as well as the first episode from the Hashira Training Arc. The movie provides the opportunity for fans to experience Episode 11 on the big screen for the first time, in addition to the debut of the new arc’s first episode. Episode 11 has been previously available for streaming on Crunchyroll. Given the availability of Episode 11 on the streaming platform, the premiere of the Swordsmith Village Arc, which concluded last June, has generated high anticipation among fans. The film has secured 1,940 locations, with previews scheduled to start on Thursday at 4 PM in 1,820 theaters.
‘Ordinary Angels’ Sets Sights on Older Women Faith-Based Audience
Release Delay
‘Ordinary Angels,’ a heartwarming film starring Academy Award winner Hilary Swank, postponed its opening from October 13 due to the Taylor Swift: Eras Tour and the ongoing actors’ strike. The movie is now expected to achieve earnings in the range of $5M to $7M over the coming weekend from 2,800 showings.
Plot and Audience
Directed by Jon Gunn, this movie targets a faith-based audience, primarily older women. The story revolves around a small-town Kentucky hairdresser named Sharon (played by Swank) who finds renewed purpose in life when she meets Ed (Alan Ritchson), a widower struggling to support his two daughters, one of whom requires a liver transplant. Sharon goes to great lengths to help the family, resulting in an inspiring tale of faith, miracles, and the support of everyday heroes. ‘Ordinary Angels’ was a negative pick-up for Focus Features and currently holds a 82% freshness rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 28 reviews.
‘Drive-Away Dolls’ Overcomes Release Date Challenges
Delayed Release
The release date for ‘Drive-Away Dolls,’ featuring Margaret Qualley and Geraldine Viswanathan, was pushed back after initially being scheduled for September 22. The release was rescheduled to avoid competition with the Taylor Swift: Eras Tour and to allow the actors’ strike to conclude. The movie is expected to struggle in generating revenue, with a projected earning range of $4M, despite being shown in 2,261 theaters. The Rotten Tomatoes freshness rating is currently 71% based on 55 reviews.
Plot Overview
Following the journey of Jamie (played by Qualley), a free-spirited individual undergoing another heartbreak, and Marian (played by Viswanathan), a reserved personality aspiring for a brighter future, ‘Drive-Away Dolls’ is a lighthearted road trip movie. The two friends decide to embark on an impromptu journey to Tallahassee and unwittingly find themselves crossing paths with a bungling group of criminals. The story showcases their growth through the experience and the challenges they encounter along the way.
