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Obsession' Surges Past Projections
23 May
Summary
- Obsession earns $19.9 million, a 16% increase from its opening weekend.
- The Mandalorian and Grogu opens with $33 million on its first day.
- Michael movie passes $300 million domestic box office mark.
The box office is expected to clear $200 million over the four-day Memorial Day weekend, buoyed by strong performances from multiple releases. Focus Features' indie horror hit 'Obsession' is projected to earn $23 million over the four-day period, marking a significant 16% increase from its opening weekend with $19.9 million. This success story for horror fans has seen the film, acquired for $15 million, on track to potentially gross over $100 million domestically.
Leading the weekend, Disney/Lucasfilm's 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' is estimated to bring in $100 million over the four days, with projections slightly lower. Despite a strong opening, this figure falls short of some previous Star Wars entries, though its $165 million production budget is expected to be recouped through theatrical runs and ancillary revenues. Theme park promotions at Disneyland and Disney Hollywood Studios are timed to this release.
Among other notable films, Lionsgate's 'Michael' is set to surpass $300 million domestically this weekend. Disney/20th Century's 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' is nearing $200 million, and Amazon MGM's 'The Sheep Detectives' is adding an estimated $10 million to its total.
